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Bitcoin’s Correlation to US Stocks is Fading – Why That Could Be a Good Thing for the BTC Price

The positive correlation between the Bitcoin price and US stock prices, which reached a record high in 2022, is fading. The Bitcoin bulls will be hoping that this decoupling bodes well for Bitcoin, given it might mean that the US stock market’s ongoing struggles might be becoming less of a...

, by Michael Davis

Here’s How Friday’s US Jobs Report Could Impact the Bitcoin (BTC) Price

The US jobs market report for March is set for release on Friday and has the potential to really shake things up in the Bitcoin market.Traders will be closely scrutinizing the non-farm payrolls figures (the net change in jobs in the economy), which is expected to moderate to 239,000 from 311,000 a...

, by Michael Davis

Alameda Gap Persists as Stunted Liquidity Holds Back Crypto Market

February is ending, but the 'Alameda Gap' is not.As the second month of this year is wrapping up, the prices in the crypto market have somewhat recovered from last year's crash. Still, the so-called 'Alameda Gap' resists filling, as the liquidity remains far from the levels seen before the infamous...

, by Sead Fadilpašić

Widely Followed Suite of Bitcoin On-chain Metrics Flash Bullish as BTC Price Holds Above $28,000 Post-Fed – Where Next?

A widely followed suite of on-chain and technical metrics are sending bullish signs for the Bitcoin price, with BTC/USD holding close to nine-month highs just above $28,000 as markets digest Wednesday’s US Federal Reserve policy meeting.Bitcoin initially sold off on Wednesday in a “sell...

, by Michael Davis

Bitcoin On Course For Best Quarter Since Early 2021, Here’s What Q2 Could Hold for the BTC Price

Bitcoin, the world’s first and largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, is about to close out its best quarter in exactly two years.Assuming Bitcoin is able to close Friday’s session at or above current levels in the $28,200s, the cryptocurrency would have gained a massive 70%...

, by Michael Davis

Bitcoin in Early Stages of New Bull Market, Widely Followed Technical Indicator Suggests

Bitcoin is in the early stages of a new bull market.That’s according to analysis of a widely followed technical indicator called the Market Value to Realized Value Ratio, or MVRV Ratio.This ratio, which is calculated by dividing Bitcoin’s current market capitalization by its market...

, by Michael Davis

Russian Bitcoin Wallets Unmasked by Anonymous Hacker – Here’s What Happened

Bitcoin wallet addresses controlled by Russian security services have been revealed by an unknown person or group, according to blockchain intelligence firm Chainalysis.In a now-deleted tweet originally posted on Thursday, Chainalysis said that close to 1,000 Bitcoin addresses claimed to belong to...

, by Fredrik Vold

Bitcoin Daily Transactions Surge to Record Highs, But These Alternative Metrics Bode Less Well for BTC Price

The number of transactions taking place on the Bitcoin network hit a record high of 682,099 on Monday, according to data presented by crypto analytics firm Glassnode.A surge in the last few days has seen the number of Bitcoin transactions fly past its prior record high of around 425,000 printed...

, by Michael Davis

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Runs for President, Promises To Protect Bitcoin

U.S. presidential candidate Ron DeSantis promised to protect bitcoin when announcing his bid for presidency this week. DeSantis announced his run for president during a Twitter space on Wednesday, hosted in part by billionaire Elon Musk. “As president, we will protect the ability to...

, by Sarah Wynn

How the Upcoming US Jobs Report Might Impact the Bitcoin (BTC) Price

US labor market data for May is due on Friday the 2nd of June.The data, which is closely scrutinized by policymakers at the US Federal Reserve, could trigger volatility in the Bitcoin market, depending on how and if it impacts expectations for further interest rate hikes from the US central...

, by Michael Davis

Bitcoin Hover Near $26,000 Ahead of Key Fed Policy Announcement – Here’s How the BTC Price Might React

The Bitcoin (BTC) price is hovering close to $26,000, well within its recent intra-day ranges in the lead-up to Wednesday’s key US Federal Reserve interest rate announcement.The US central bank is expected to pause its cycle of aggressive interest rate hikes that began last March, which has...

, by Michael Davis

This Metric of Bitcoin (BTC) Price Momentum Just Fell to its Lowest Since March – Is Now a Good Time to Buy?

A key metric that measures momentum in the Bitcoin price just fell to its weakest level since March.Last week, Bitcoin’s Z-score to its 200-Day Moving Average fell under 1.0, where it has remained more or less ever since.That means that the current Bitcoin price is only just under one...

, by Michael Davis

VanEck CEO Says “No Chance” on the Future of a Spot Bitcoin ETF in the US

A bitcoin-spot exchange traded fund may not be in the cards for investors any time soon, VanEck CEO Jan van Eck alluded to last week. During the Bitcoin 2023 conference in Miami last week, Van Eck was asked what the likelihood of a spot bitcoin ETF in the US. His response was “no...

, by Sarah Wynn

Bitcoin Reverses Post-US Jobs Data Upside as SEC Chair Gensler Lambasts Crypto Indsutry – Where Next for BTC Price?

Bitcoin saw a small pop this morning on weaker-than-expected weekly initial jobless claims, rising from under $26,500 to at one point above $26,800.Claims jumped to 261,000 last week, up from 233,000 a week earlier, marking the second-highest reading of the year.While 261,000 initial claims in one...

, by Michael Davis

President Biden’s Crypto Mining Tax “Isn’t Going To Happen,” Sen. Lummis Says

US Sen. Cynthia Lummis is not a fan of President Biden’s proposed 30 percent tax on cryptocurrency miners. “That isn't going to happen,” the Wyoming Republican and crypto enthusiast, said on Friday at Bitcoin 2023 Conference in Miami. There are environmental benefits...

, by Sarah Wynn

FOMC Minutes Signal Central Bank Divided on Need for More Tightening – Here is How Crypto Reacted

The minutes from this month’s FOMC meeting of US Federal Reserve policymakers were just released, revealing the bank to be divided on the need for further interest rate hikes.Cryptocurrency, forex, US equity and US bond markets didn’t see much of a reaction to the minutes, the tone of...

, by Michael Davis

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