The army of altcoins is still snoozing, while Bitcoin touches the peaks. Is one jolt enough to wake them up?
The security of assets managed by governments is increasingly being questioned as attacks on crypto wallets multiply. Indeed, the latest incident involving the loss and recovery of over 19 million dollars in crypto by the US government illustrates once again the risks associated with the use of decentralized technologies. This theft, although unusual in its scale, raises concerns about the safety of public funds in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space, a rapidly growing sector that is still vulnerable.
As the flagship crypto hovers around $67,000, the movements of "whales" are capturing attention. In recent days, on-chain data has revealed a significant increase in the number of these large addresses, reaching an unprecedented level since the bullish market of January 2021. Indeed, this massive accumulation by whales, combined with a strengthening of institutional and retail investors, raises the following question: is Bitcoin on the verge of breaking a new all-time high before the end of 2024?
The crypto market is going through a critical phase, where euphoria seems to be taking over caution. Indeed, the Crypto Fear and Greed Index, a widely followed sentiment indicator in the industry, has reached a level of 73, an extreme greed zone. This index, designed to quantify investor optimism or fear, indicates that the market could be overheating. With a total market capitalization of over 2.23 trillion dollars, investors, whether institutional or retail, continue to inject capital into major cryptos like Bitcoin and Ethereum. However, this climate of confidence could hide imminent risks of correction.
Bitcoin is on the brink of a new spectacular surge. Several signals are converging to indicate that the cryptocurrency could soon reach a new historical peak, driven by major economic factors and market developments. The approval of Bitcoin ETFs by regulators, massive accumulation of Bitcoins by large investors ("whales"), and the potential decrease in interest rates by the American Federal Reserve create an explosive cocktail for a potential bull run.
Today, a new statement is shaking up the crypto sphere. Indeed, Michael Saylor, CEO of MicroStrategy and a fervent supporter of Bitcoin, once again caught attention on CNBC with a bold prediction. According to him, Bitcoin could reach a staggering price of 13 million dollars within the next 21 years. This announcement is sure to provoke reactions, both for its ambition and for the outlook it projects on the global economy. While some see it as a visionary perspective, others remain more cautious in the face of these predictions.
Binance has just achieved an unprecedented feat. The world's largest crypto platform is once again at the center of the news thanks to reaching a total trading volume of 100 trillion dollars. This staggering figure, as symbolic as it is revealing, solidifies Binance's dominance in the sector.
Bitcoin is once again at a crossroads. After reaching local peaks in recent weeks, pressure is mounting in the market. In fact, the sudden rise in short positions on Binance, which signals significant bearish sentiment, has triggered a wave of uncertainties among investors. The stakes are high: is this wave of shorts a sign of an imminent correction or a trap set for bearish investors?
Bitcoin takes a ride on the carousel, hitting $68,000, and triggers an avalanche of greed in the market.
The world of cryptocurrencies, known for its volatility, has once again proven its unpredictable nature. In just 24 hours, over 287 million dollars have been liquidated on the major exchanges. A figure that resonates as a warning for leveraged traders, exposed to sudden and brutal market movements. This new wave of liquidations spares neither Bitcoin nor Ethereum, two pillars of the crypto market, which have seen their valuations severely impacted.
An unexpected move by Tesla, one of the largest publicly traded holders of Bitcoin, is making headlines. On October 15, 2024, Elon Musk and his company transferred nearly $770 million in Bitcoin to new addresses, an action that could signal a significant upheaval in the crypto market. This operation, which comes after more than two years of inactivity, fuels numerous speculations regarding Tesla's intentions regarding its crypto holdings.
The funding rate for Bitcoin futures has reached a multi-month high. Amid the volatility, this indicator could well reflect a renewed sense of confidence and signal a bullish trend in the short and medium term. As a result, investors are now closely watching every movement, in a context where Bitcoin has broken the $65,000 mark.
While Bitcoin, the most emblematic of cryptocurrencies, is experiencing a period of relative calm in the media, memecoins are emerging as true stars of the moment. A drastic drop in Google search volumes for Bitcoin reflects this unexpected dynamic. Meanwhile, memecoins, driven by platforms like Solana and Tron, are attracting unprecedented attention. Is this shift indicative of a lasting change or merely a passing situation?
The EUR/USD exchange rate recently dropped to around 1.0900, influenced by an increasingly accommodative market sentiment towards the European Central Bank (ECB). This bearish trend, observed for four consecutive sessions, is primarily due to expectations of an interest rate cut by the ECB during its upcoming financial meeting scheduled for this Thursday.
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Inflation, often seen as one of the important economic indicators, shapes the trajectory of global financial markets. This time, the new data on inflation in the United States reveals a potentially crucial change for the crypto sector, and in particular for Bitcoin.
The Bitcoin market is in perpetual flux, influenced both by external events and the silent movements of large whales. These historical investors, holding vast amounts of Bitcoin for over seven years, play a decisive role in market fluctuations. Yet, according to an analysis by CryptoQuant, these whales remain strangely inactive, casting a veil of uncertainty over the direction the market might take in the coming months.
The Bitcoin network is currently facing a quiet but serious threat. Approximately 13% of the nodes that maintain and secure the blockchain are vulnerable to a critical flaw that could cause them to fail. This vulnerability, identified in May 2023, still persists on several nodes that have not yet been updated with the latest version of the Bitcoin Core software. While Bitcoin's security is often touted for its robustness, this issue reveals systemic flaws related to the management of essential software for the proper functioning of the network.
A wave of massive ETH sales from the PlusToken affair, an old Ponzi scheme that wreaked havoc in 2019, is bringing back ghosts from the past. This situation, reminiscent of the events of 2021, is putting pressure on the price of Bitcoin and causing panic among some investors.
The TON blockchain, once developed by Telegram, has just crossed a key threshold: that of 100 million active users. This figure reflects rapid and massive adoption, propelled by a series of technological developments within the ecosystem. However, this rise raises questions about the mixed performance of Toncoin, the native cryptocurrency of TON.
As the year 2025 looms on the horizon, crypto investors are closely monitoring the forecasts from major financial institutions. The report from Standard Chartered could well redefine market expectations. Indeed, the British bank anticipates a major upheaval among the leading cryptos, with Solana (SOL) potentially surpassing Ethereum (ETH) and even Bitcoin (BTC), should Donald Trump be re-elected as President of the United States. Beyond the usual fluctuations, it is the correlation between American economic policies and the evolution of cryptocurrencies that is highlighted.
After a difficult day on Monday, the S&P 500 rebounded on Tuesday, benefiting from the drop in oil prices. This rebound was well received by stock investors, who had been concerned about the recent increases in energy prices and bond yields.
In a volatile context, JPMorgan analysts identified in a report the key elements likely to influence the upcoming weeks for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the entire crypto market. These observations are particularly relevant at a time when regulation, monetary policies, and technological advancements converge to reshape an ever-changing ecosystem.
Bitcoin is increasingly establishing itself as an essential player. While individual investors were the first to jump into the crypto race, it is now large financial institutions that are turning massively to Bitcoin ETFs (exchange-traded funds). This major shift in market dynamics reveals much more than just a passing craze for cryptocurrencies. It marks a profound evolution in the way investors perceive and adopt these new asset classes.
The conflict between Israel and Iran, reignited by a series of military attacks, is shaking the region as well as global markets, particularly the crypto market. In a context where volatility is often the watchword, Bitcoin seems to be more sensitive than ever to geopolitical events, experiencing a new drop of 4% on October 4, which draws the attention of investors worldwide.
The latest statement from Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, has had a shockwave effect. Hoskinson, a regular in animated debates on social media, has confidently reaffirmed that Cardano is still the benchmark for decentralization. This publication comes as the project continues to hit key milestones in its roadmap. However, while some members of the community support this vision, others are more skeptical, particularly due to the stock performance of ADA.
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As the dawn of the American presidential elections on November 5, 2024 approaches, the crypto market is preparing to face a period of high volatility, with Ether (ETH) at the forefront. Unlike Bitcoin (BTC), which is considered a relatively stable safe haven, ETH is drawing increased attention due to its close ties with the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. As investors scrutinize potential regulations that could follow the election of a pro-crypto or anti-crypto candidate, they predict extreme price movements.
Bitcoin miners are in a critical situation, with revenues plummeting to levels not seen in over a year. September was particularly brutal, with only $816 million generated by all miners. But that's not all. Transaction fees have also dropped, reaching a historic low of $13.86 million. A catastrophe that threatens the entire network?
The Bitcoin market may be on the brink of entering an unprecedented era. For the first time since its inception, the flagship crypto is 100 days ahead of its traditional bullish cycle, paving the way for a potential "supercycle." This acceleration, highlighted in the latest CoinMarketCap report, could disrupt usual predictions and signals a possible surge in prices well before initial expectations.