Bitcoin's current market structure is similar to its setup before reaching its all-time high in November 2021, suggesting a potential bullish trajectory for the leading cryptocurrency, according to crypto expert Credible Crypto, who believes a breakout from the accumulation range could lead to a 120% rally and new all-time highs this year. However, a drop below $24.8k would invalidate this prediction.
Cryptocurrency traders are preparing for increased volatility in the market after bitcoin's recent plunge, as indicated by on-chain data showing a surge in implied volatility and adjustments in traders' strategies.
Bitcoin and Ether both rose over 3% as the crypto market recovered from its losses last week, while alternative cryptocurrencies also saw gains; however, experts remain divided on the future of prices, with some predicting continued downtrend and others expecting a rebound.
Bitcoin and Ether rose over 3% to reach their highest prices in a week, while Solana, NEAR, Cardano, Polkadot, and Binance's altcoins also experienced gains, following a surge in traditional markets; however, experts predict that the downtrend in digital assets may continue for the next few weeks.
Ethereum may have reached a bottom in the bear market and is expected to break out from an ascending triangle pattern, according to crypto strategist Credible Crypto, who predicts a consolidation between $1,600 and $2,000 for the rest of the year before a surge in early 2024. However, they also hold a bearish view for ETH/BTC in the short term.
Cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, experienced a rise in value as investors anticipated the Federal Reserve's annual meeting and Bitcoin attempted to reach $30,000.
The cryptocurrency market is preparing for a potential larger financial event in September that could significantly impact Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and the wider digital asset landscape.
Large ether (ETH) investors took advantage of lower prices following a market tumble to accumulate $94 million worth of ETH, while large bitcoin investors added $309 million worth of BTC to their wallets.
Key social metrics suggest that cryptocurrency markets may soon rebound, as the use of the term "bear market" has reached an 11-week high on social media platforms, which historically indicates that price rises are likely; additionally, deep-pocketed investors are accumulating Bitcoin again, contributing to a recent rally.
Bitcoin remains on track for a massive bull cycle despite recent price decline, as indicated by broader indicators of its price patterns and the use of logarithmic growth curves. The 200-week moving average is seen as less significant as a key price support level for Bitcoin, and the analyst is also looking for an entry point for Ethereum.
This week is expected to bring volatility back to crypto markets due to various events, including the Core PCE Price Index, Nonfarm Payrolls, and SEC decisions on Bitcoin Spot ETFs, while token unlocks and collaborations between Optimism and BASE are also notable updates.
The supply of Bitcoin on crypto exchanges is currently at its lowest level in over half a decade, with only 5.8% of the overall supply sitting on exchange platforms, while Bitcoin is also leading in terms of address activity; meanwhile, the 10 largest addresses associated with Ethereum are holding over 35% of ETH's overall supply, likely due to smaller investors selling off their holdings during the recent market dip.
Bitcoin's spot trading volumes for the current quarter have been significantly lower compared to previous quarters, potentially indicating a decline of around 14% month over month, while Ethereum's trading volumes are also at a level not seen since 2019, suggesting a similar trend for the cryptocurrency.
Bitcoin's volatility has increased as the market reacts to news regarding the United States Securities and Exchange Commission's delay on Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications, with Bloomberg analysts remaining optimistic about the possibility of Bitcoin ETFs being approved in 2023.
Ethereum's price has been declining, leading to concerns among investors, but there are two factors to consider: a drop in user activity and transaction volume on the Ethereum blockchain, which may be due to users migrating to faster and cheaper Layer 2 blockchains, and selling by Ethereum "whales" and insiders, including co-founder Vitalik Buterin, which could be attributed to profit-taking and security measures rather than a lack of confidence in Ethereum's future prospects. Despite the market's overreaction, Ethereum remains a strong investment with its dominance in various business segments and ongoing development plans.
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are experiencing a decline as analysts predict further decreases ahead.
Ether's price has been supported by the Federal Reserve's injection of $300 billion, but doubts are growing about its ability to sustain this level due to bearish sentiment in the cryptocurrency market and declining metrics on the Ethereum network, including a decrease in the number of ETH investors and a decline in activity on decentralized applications. Competitors such as Solana are also benefiting from stablecoin volumes, and there is an increased likelihood of Ether's price dropping below the $1,600 support level.
Altcoins could potentially rally ahead of the Bitcoin halving, according to cryptocurrency analyst Michaël van de Poppe, who believes that the Bitcoin dominance chart suggests a surge in altcoin value rather than a downward market. Van de Poppe is also bullish on Ethereum against Bitcoin, predicting a rise in ETH/BTC to 0.06992 BTC.
Bitcoin (BTC) has remained stagnant below $26,000, with investors waiting for further developments in the cryptocurrency market and the wider economy, while Ether (ETH) is expected to outperform BTC in September and October due to the potential approval of the first ether ETF in mid-October. Additionally, SOMA Finance plans to sell tokens that represent a financial interest, addressing the criticism that crypto tokens lack equity or debt claims. Binance continues to dominate the crypto market as the leading exchange.
The crypto market is expected to experience increased volatility due to economic events such as the downward revision of economic growth forecasts for the eurozone and the looming FTX liquidation, as well as the release of crucial inflation data in the US.
Bitcoin's hash rate is near a record high, addresses holding 0.1 BTC are at an all-time high, and the amount of Bitcoin held on exchanges is declining, indicating bullish fundamentals for the cryptocurrency.
Bitcoin could potentially surge over 70% in a move similar to 2015, as crypto analyst Michaël van de Poppe observes patterns that indicate a sustained trading range before a significant upside move ahead of the 2016 halving event.
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have seen a rise in price as traders anticipate a potential macroeconomic catalyst that could lead to a significant movement in the market.
Bitcoin's market dominance rate has reached its strongest level in a month, rising to 50.2%, as risks rise for the rest of the cryptocurrency sector, while alternative cryptocurrencies may be on the brink of breaking lower.
Bitcoin holders are accumulating the cryptocurrency as inactive Bitcoin addresses reach record highs, indicating long-term holding, while BTC outflows from exchanges decrease.
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies experienced a rise prior to the Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates, signaling possible volatility in the market.
Ether (ETH) has experienced a modest increase in price in 2023, but it is still trading significantly below its peak in November 2021, raising questions among investors about the reasons behind the decline and potential catalysts for a reversal. The ongoing legal battle between Ripple and the SEC, as well as regulatory uncertainties surrounding the Ethereum ICO, remain sources of concern. However, positive surprises such as the request for a spot Ether ETF and Ethereum's position to benefit from Bitcoin-related catalysts give hope to investors.
Ark Invest's recent report highlights the recovery of Bitcoin's realized capitalization, the decline in liquidity and trading volumes, the recent increase in volatility, and the optimistic long-term outlook for the cryptocurrency.
Crypto market volatility is expected to increase as several key economic events take place this week, including the Federal Reserve chair's speech and the release of GDP and inflation figures, which could have a bearish impact on the market.
Ether (ETH) is showing positive prospects as a technical analysis indicator suggests a bullish signal, with a counter-trend buy signal indicating support at $1,580 will hold, despite other studies favoring a deeper price slide.
Bitcoin (BTC) reached new weekly highs as markets anticipated news from the US Federal Reserve, with BTC reacting positively to US macroeconomic data and approaching the $27,000 mark, while traders remained cautious about potential volatility and resistance levels.
Cryptocurrency markets surged higher, with Bitcoin breaking above $27,000 and Ethereum outperforming Bitcoin due to investor hopes for a potential U.S. regulatory greenlight for a futures-based exchange-traded fund (ETF).
Bitcoin and Ethereum saw gains in the crypto market driven by factors such as the announcement of an Ethereum futures ETF, a rise in the S&P 500 index, and short liquidations, with the rest of the market also experiencing bullish gains.
Bitcoin's price has increased by 60% since the beginning of the year, reaching $26,972, while Ethereum's price has risen by 40% and now trades at $1,672; the approval of VanEck's Ethereum Futures ETF likely contributed to the recent boost in Ethereum's price.
The number of ETFs tied to cryptocurrencies, particularly ether, is expanding rapidly, making it easier for financial professionals to gain exposure to the crypto market, while the launch of ether futures products may indicate optimism for the approval of spot bitcoin products by the SEC.
Large Bitcoin holders have been accumulating the cryptocurrency since September, leading to predictions of a return to the $30,000 price level, although some analysts disagree with this analysis.
Bitcoin could potentially experience a short-term reversal due to recent price increases, and the underperformance of ether futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs) has had a negative impact on major cryptocurrencies.
Despite some positive announcements, the prices of Bitcoin and Ethereum remained relatively stable, indicating that cryptocurrencies are less influenced by current news compared to the past; however, Avalanche and Solana experienced notable price rallies.
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies experienced a slight decline along with the wider market, but analysts are optimistic that the recent uptrend will persist.
The CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) declined by -11% in the past quarter, with Bitcoin outperforming by -10.9% and Ether underperforming at -12.5%; however, Bitcoin and Ether have still shown impressive gains of 64% and 41% respectively for the year, highlighting their resilience as top-performing assets. Regulatory pressure on alternative tokens continues to drive a bifurcation in the crypto market between Bitcoin and Ether and other digital asset protocols, while the computing and DeFi sectors were relative outperformers in Q3 2023. The reduced level of risk, lower volatility, and decreased correlation with traditional equities suggest a maturation of the market or market illiquidity. Rising bond yields and tightening financial conditions may pose headwinds for crypto price appreciation, but the approval of a Bitcoin spot ETF could be a catalyst for breaking through these macroeconomic headwinds, enabling broader investor access and institutional adoption.
Investors are showing a preference for ether over bitcoin in a high interest rate environment, with ether futures ETFs experiencing low volumes and the ether-bitcoin ratio reaching its lowest point since July 2022. The underperformance of ether relative to bitcoin is attributed to the bear market and the potential for continued underperformance due to the higher interest rate environment. Bitcoin's status as a digital gold and its regulatory advantages also contribute to its favorability over ether.
Bitcoin's market share in the crypto market has risen to 48.5% as investors turn to the original cryptocurrency amid rising geopolitical risks, while Ether's market dominance has declined to 17%.
Long-term investors are accumulating Bitcoin at a rapid rate, leading to market illiquidity and a potential price rally.
Improving efficiency and increased demand for Ethereum will lead to a potential rise in the price of ether to $8,000 by the end of 2026, according to Standard Chartered analyst Geoff Kendrick, with a long-term valuation of $26,000-$35,000. The forecast is based on expected improvements to the Ethereum blockchain, the growth of NFT transactions, the development of blockchain gaming, real-world asset tokenization, and positive regulatory developments.
Cryptocurrency prices, including Ether (ETH), have fallen for the fourth day in a row due to a slightly higher-than-expected inflation report, with ETH reaching its lowest price since March; meanwhile, Bitcoin (BTC) remains relatively stable, potentially benefiting from its perceived safety during uncertain times.
