Price analysis 8/23: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, ADA, SOL, DOGE, DOT, MATIC, SHIB
Bitcoin and altcoins are currently in a ranging market, with uncertainty about the next directional move, making it advisable to wait for a breakout before placing large bets.
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Posted 8/23/2023, 9:06:39 PM
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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.
The rush for Bitcoin is gradual due to its limited supply, with experts estimating that there is an availability of 14.5 BTC for every 8,000 people, and owning even a fraction of tokens could be an opportunity for the future considering the total number of BTC in existence and the international population.
Bitcoin (BTC) faces uncertainty and fear in the market as it struggles to recover from a 10% crash, with short-term holders experiencing increasing unrealized losses and on-chain transactions setting multiyear highs. Traders are cautious about the outlook, but historical patterns and upcoming events, such as the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, may provide opportunities for recovery.
Bitcoin's recent correction and retracement of gains linked to BlackRock's BTC ETF application indicate weakness in the market, prompting one crypto trader to stay on the sidelines until Bitcoin either reclaims $30,000 or experiences a major collapse, while also noting that trader sentiment currently favors altcoins.
The recent price pullback in Bitcoin and the cryptocurrency market is not surprising, as most risk assets typically suffer when the S&P 500 falls; however, volatility for both Bitcoin and the S&P 500 is declining, which suggests mainstream migration and a potential lack of price-pump potential for Bitcoin.
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.
Crypto data platform Santiment suggests that the right time to accumulate Bitcoin and altcoins is when trader sentiment on major social media platforms is neutral, indicating a lack of optimism or pessimism.
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are on the rise, driven by an optimistic market sentiment and positive earnings from Nvidia.
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.
Altcoin Pepe has seen a significant drop against Bitcoin, leading crypto strategist Credible Crypto to warn of potential similar price declines for other altcoins, while also predicting a rise in Bitcoin's dominance in the market.
Altcoins in the top 100 are struggling to recover, but three undervalued cryptocurrencies (AUCTION, LINA, and SRM) offer traders a buying opportunity, according to on-chain analysts at Santiment.
A surge in global interest in acquiring Bitcoin has been observed, with Nigeria leading the way, as investors anticipate a potential rally driven by upcoming events in the crypto sphere and the approval possibility of the inaugural spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) by the SEC. Bitcoin's evolving role as a possible store of value is reflected in low exchange-held supplies, while technical analysis suggests a bearish sentiment but a potential reach of $26,500 and the $30,000 milestone.
Following Bitcoin's recent price fluctuations and failure to meet short-term bullish expectations, the altcoin market is expected to have a substantial recovery rally in the coming week, with Ethereum, Litecoin, and Shiba Inu potentially leading the way.
The cryptocurrency market has experienced a recent decline in prices, particularly for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin, leading to concerns among traders and investors. Despite this, there is optimism surrounding the performance of the top 5 altcoins (DOGE, SHIB, SFP, OCEAN, FET) in the coming weeks, with AI-driven projects generating hype and potential gains.
Bitcoin's velocity has decreased to a 3-year low, potentially suggesting that whales are holding onto their positions rather than transferring ownership to new investors. Meanwhile, select altcoins like Toncoin, Monero, Mantle, and Quant are showing signs of strength and could present short-term trading opportunities depending on Bitcoin's next move.
Former Goldman Sachs executive Raoul Pal believes that Bitcoin may be on the verge of a massive rally, based on the historical volatility of the cryptocurrency dropping below 20, a level that has preceded significant price increases in the past. Pal also notes that Bitcoin's Bollinger Bands, a volatility indicator, are the tightest they have ever been, further indicating the potential for a strong upward movement. Ethereum is also highlighted as trading within a bullish pattern despite recent market corrections.
Crypto services provider Matrixport suggests taking long positions in bitcoin with a tight stop loss below $25,800, as Treasury yields are expected to drop and push risk assets, including cryptocurrencies, higher. Market makers may also buy bitcoin to maintain a direction-neutral book, potentially accelerating price gains.
Long-term holders of Bitcoin are continuing to accumulate the cryptocurrency despite recent market volatility, indicating a bullish outlook for the future, according to analysts from Bitfinex. However, newer long-term holders who acquired their positions during the bear market are showing more unease and have exited their positions during price drops.
Crypto analyst Michaël van de Poppe suggests that altcoins, including Ethereum, are following a historical pattern before Bitcoin halving events, indicating a potential bullish move in the market.
A trader predicts that Bitcoin will reach a new all-time high before the end of 2023, with the possibility of a 157% rally from the current level.
Bitcoin is likely to experience a deep corrective move in September, with a potential drop of over 10% from current levels, according to crypto strategist Benjamin Cowen, who also suggests that the altcoin markets may see a resurgence next year due to a confluence of macro tailwinds.
Some altcoins like OKB, Ocean Protocol (OCEAN), Bitcoin Cash (BCH), and Toncoin (TON) show potential for bullish trends in September, with OKB potentially hitting a new all-time high at $72.10. However, a breakdown in the support areas could result in bearish trends for these cryptocurrencies.
Crypto analyst Altcoin Sherpa believes that altcoin CyberConnect (CYBER) is not done rallying, despite a recent correction, and predicts it may eventually reach $17, representing a potential upside of over 132% from current prices.
Despite the current market conditions, a crypto strategist believes that Bitcoin (BTC) could experience a significant upward movement, potentially forming a bullish higher-low setup after a possible drop to around $23,600.
Bitcoin is trading near the $26,000 level and uncertainty about its next move suggests a limited downside in the near term, with hopes for approval of a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund by the SEC potentially providing support.
Bitcoin continues to trade below $26,000, with the crypto market experiencing a sideways trend, while Deribit's options segment saw increased trading volume in August.
Bitcoin is expected to experience a corrective move before resuming its bullish momentum and potentially surpassing its previous highs, according to a pseudonymous analyst who accurately predicted the lowest price of the cryptocurrency during the 2018 bear market.
Bitcoin (BTC) could reach $35,000 by the end of 2023, according to veteran analyst Filbfilb, who also predicts a potential price dip to the low $20,000 range before a reversal in Q4 and a price target of $46,000 by the 2024 halving. He believes that altcoins like XRP and Dogecoin (DOGE) could perform well in the next cycle.
Despite the recent downturn in the crypto market, a key Bitcoin metric shows that 95% of the existing supply of Bitcoin has not moved in the past 30 days, indicating strong holding behavior and potential for a price rally with a buy-side catalyst.
Bitcoin (BTC) remains near a key long-term trendline as the U.S. dollar strengthens, with market participants predicting further downside for BTC and altcoins.
Bitcoin is said to be at a crucial turning point, with a potential accumulation phase underway and an upcoming decisive move, according to the co-founders of Glassnode. They also caution against exposure to altcoins and advise waiting for Bitcoin's stability before considering investments.
The top crypto exchanges in the world are dominating the market, with the eight largest platforms accounting for over 91% of market depth and 89% of trading volume, according to crypto insights firm Kaiko. Binance remains the leading exchange, with a market share of 64.3% in 2023, but liquidity is concentrated within a few exchanges, leading to concerns about decentralization. Altcoin liquidity has also suffered due to regulatory issues in the US, with Coinbase, Kraken, and Bitstamp holding the majority of altcoin liquidity.
Bitcoin is trading within a narrow range and could form a third consecutive Doji candlestick pattern, indicating a firm bear grip on the overall cryptocurrency market. However, some asset management firms are showing seriousness about implementing digital strategies, which could potentially impact Bitcoin's buying interest in altcoins.
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have experienced a fall in value, leaving traders anticipating significant movements in the market for the week ahead.
Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a short squeeze, leading to a rally in prices and a decline in open interest in futures and perpetual swaps trading. However, the lack of immediate bullish catalysts may cap the price recovery.
Bitcoin (BTC) reached new September highs as markets reacted positively to macroeconomic and crypto industry news, with the cryptocurrency trading at around $26,300, up 5.5% from its September lows; traders have expressed optimism about Bitcoin's recent performance and potential future breakout if a Bitcoin spot price ETF is approved by U.S. regulators in the coming months, while some remain cautious and predict a potential relief rally before a further decline in on-chain volume.
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 (BTC) continues to trade within a range as market indecision persists, but if economic conditions worsen, there could be more pain for risk assets like Bitcoin, according to Jamie Coutts, a market analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence.
Bitcoin (BTC) is showing signs of a relief rally as it aims to end the week in positive territory, with the potential for further upward movement if it maintains above $26,500; meanwhile, select altcoins like Maker (MKR), Aave (AAVE), THORChain (RUNE), and Render (RNDR) are also experiencing positive developments.
Bitcoin has the potential to rally and reach a new high in 2023, according to an analyst, who also states that the current price action looks constructive after a period of downward trend.
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, ethereum, BNB, and XRP have experienced a strong price rally in 2023, but a small cryptocurrency has surpassed them, while the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions could impact the bitcoin price.
Crypto strategist Credible Crypto suggests that Bitcoin could dip to around $24,900 but still remain on track for a bull market cycle, and he is closely monitoring Bitcoin options open interest as an indicator for the market bottom.
Altcoins are expected to struggle for the rest of 2023 based on historical patterns, according to crypto analyst Benjamin Cowen, who also warns that Bitcoin may close the month in the red as it did in 2019.