Why A Bitcoin “Head Fake” Is Bulls’ Best Hope
Bitcoin experienced a 10% intraday plunge after weeks of sideways consolidation, leading to speculation of a potential "head fake" reversal back above $31,000 or the possibility of a sustained downtrend.
Posted 8/23/2023, 1:03:08 AM
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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.
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.
Bitcoin (BTC) remained stagnant around the $26,000 mark despite being heavily oversold, leading to concerns about a potential lower low and a decline to sub $20,000 levels, although some analysts are hopeful for a V-shaped recovery and a return to focus on $26,500.
Bitcoin might experience a period of stagnation followed by a potential peak at $200,000 by the end of 2025 or early 2026, according to a crypto analyst, although short-term prospects for Bitcoin appear challenging due to a comparison with the 1930s stock market and oversold condition.
Bitcoin has made a significant move upwards, approaching $27,000 after days of stagnation, although other cryptocurrencies such as SOL, ADA, TON, and MKR have outperformed it.
Bitcoin's price dropped below $26,000, losing most of its gains from the previous day, as both cryptocurrencies and traditional markets experience a significant downtrend.
Ethereum's price has surpassed Bitcoin's in the second half of 2023, as investor sentiment towards Ethereum has improved and Bitcoin dominance has declined, indicating a shift towards altcoins; Ethereum's oversold status and resilient consolidation above $1,500 suggest a potential bullish reversal in the coming days, but a drop below $1,500 is possible if bears gain control.
Renowned cryptocurrency expert Arthur Hayes predicts that Bitcoin will enter a period of consolidation around the $25,000 mark in the coming months, while also emphasizing the potential long-term value and importance of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology.
Bitcoin is down 11% in August and could potentially nosedive to as low as $10,000 in case of a global economic reset, according to Bloomberg Intelligence senior macro strategist Mike McGlone.
Bitcoin could experience a major market correction in September, potentially dropping by more than 16% based on historical performance and predictions by crypto analyst Benjamin Cowen.
Bitcoin pulled back from its all-time high above $28,000 as investors analyzed the implications of Grayscale's court victory against the SEC, with the cryptocurrency dropping 2% to $27,240, while Ether decreased 1.7% to just above $1,700, leading to a decline in the broader crypto market.
Bitcoin is forming a bearish double top pattern, similar to the one seen in 2021 before the cryptocurrency's collapse, and a breakdown is expected if it drops below $26,000 with increased volume, according to Rekt Capital.
Bitcoin (BTC) closed the week below $26,000, with traders closely monitoring the $25,900 level as a potential support zone to determine future price movements. There is a possibility of Bitcoin entering a bearish scenario with sub-$20,000 levels, but a bullish revival above $26,000 is considered less likely.
Bitcoin price action remains uncertain as traders and analysts are divided on its next moves, with downside predictions ranging from $25,000 to $23,000 and concerns of a potential double top structure if the $26,000 level is not reclaimed, while network fundamentals consolidate recent gains and macro markets stay quiet.
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's Short to Long-Term Realized Value (SLRV) Ratio has flipped for the first time since November 2022, raising concerns of a potential drop towards $23,000 as speculators have sold en masse at a loss since late August.
Bitcoin has experienced a significant decline of nearly 20% since Standard Chartered's prediction of reaching $120,000, with the cryptocurrency falling for a second consecutive month amid a broader sell-off in financial markets.
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.
Bitcoin showed some signs of stirring from its September stupor, rising around 3% to $26,400 before dropping back below $26,000, while Coinbase plans to expand internationally and MicroStrategy's bitcoin impairment losses may be resolved with changes to accounting standards.
Bitcoin experienced volatility and a "short squeeze," resulting in new highs for September, punishing late traders chasing the market up and down, with short liquidations totaling $23.5 million on September 7.
Bitcoin could experience one final correction of up to 10%, according to crypto analyst Michaël van de Poppe, who advises long-term bulls to see it as an opportunity to increase their BTC holdings. However, if Bitcoin manages to stay above the 200-week EMA, it could continue to move upwards.
Bitcoin is on the brink of a bearish breakdown, but there is a possibility that the $25,000 support level could hold, presenting a short-term buying opportunity for investors. The price action of the US dollar and on-chain data suggest that buyers could return soon, making the current situation potentially profitable for opening Bitcoin longs.
Bitcoin's recent dip below $25,000 is seen by some as a buying opportunity, but the low amount of BTC changing hands and the risks associated with a potential price increase suggest otherwise.
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 price may experience a 10% drop before its next move upwards, while Ethereum could follow suit and fall by 10% as well, and Ripple's price is poised for a significant move after breaking a major trendline.
Bitcoin is expected to experience an upward surge following a bounce off a large ascending channel and the decline of its risk signal, according to Glassnode founders, potentially leading to a breakout past $27,000 and a rally to higher prices near $150,000.
Bitcoin (BTC) reached new month-to-date highs, breaking $27,000 for the first time in September, as market participants anticipate a bullish trend and altcoins show signs of awakening.
Bitcoin (BTC) briefly surpassed $27,000 before experiencing a 2% drop, resulting in liquidations of approximately $100 million in leveraged trading positions, with short traders suffering $60 million in losses and long traders experiencing $40 million in losses.
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.
BTC slid to $26,500 as interest rates and the US dollar surged, putting pressure on crypto firms, and an equity sell-off may drag BTC price lower.