Bitcoin’s 10% weekly gain amid worrying US economic data shows crypto trader sentiment shift

A key Bitcoin (BTC) metric signaled a potential shift in its positioning after BTC’s long-term holder realized cap (LTH Realized Cap) surpassed $18 billion for the first time since September 2024. Data from CryptoQuant indicated that this cohort has exhibited aggressive accumulation, which previously marked the BTC bottom in Q3 2024.  The LTH realized cap measures the BTC cost basis of investors, holding their allocation for 155 days or more. A sharp increase hints that these long-term holders are in an accumulation phase, parallel with bullish behavior.  Bitcoin LTH net…

As Schiff calls Bitcoin’s death, a Bloomberg analyst sees the S&P now mirroring its chaos

As Bitcoin falls and volatility spreads, Schiff sees the end. But with the S&P now mirroring BTC’s behavior, is Bitcoin really failing? Bitcoin “dies” again Peter Schiff has long been one of Bitcoin’s (BTC) most vocal critics. Over the years, he has maintained that the asset lacks intrinsic value, that its price is driven purely by speculation, and that it would collapse in the face of a real economic crisis.  Bitcoin was born out of the financial crisis of 2008. Ironically, the financial crisis of 2025 will kill it. —…

Markets surge on Trump’s tariff pause — but Bitcoin’s recovery may not hold

After steep drops, can Bitcoin and equities build a base from here, or is the tariff pause just a pause, with China tensions still ready to reignite? Trump hits pause On Apr. 9, President Donald Trump posted an unexpected update on Truth Social, temporarily walking back one of the most aggressive trade policies in recent memory. In a brief yet impactful message, he announced a 90-day suspension of reciprocal tariffs affecting over 75 nations, replacing them with a streamlined 10% flat rate — China being the only exception. The announcement…

How Bitcoin’s three pillars are about to fix money — StarkWare CEO

Bitcoin wasn’t supposed to just sit still. When Satoshi Nakamoto released the white paper in 2008, it wasn’t a blueprint for digital gold; it was a peer-to-peer cash system. But fast-forward to today, and Bitcoin’s biggest critics and supporters alike often agree on one thing: It doesn’t really work like money, at least not yet. In the latest episode of The Clear Crypto Podcast, hosts Nathan Jeffay and Gareth Jenkinson speak with Eli Ben-Sasson, the co-founder of StarkWare and one of the leading minds in cryptographic scaling. His message? That…

Zettahash on the Horizon: Bitcoin’s Hashrate Nears 1 ZH/s as Miners Face Squeeze

As bitcoin’s valuation languishes near its weakest point since last year—with hashprice, the projected daily earnings for one petahash per second (PH/s) of mining capacity, receding to $40—the network’s computational muscle has paradoxically swelled to a historic peak. Bitcoin Hashrate Hits Historic High Amid Price Plunge This stretch has proven arduous for bitcoin miners, with […] Original

Bitcoin’s safe-haven appeal grows during trade war uncertainty

The global trade war may be a silver lining for Bitcoin’s growing recognition as a safe-haven asset next to gold, thanks to its liquidity and accessibility advantages compared to precious metals. Financial markets have been rattled since US President Donald Trump’s April 2 reciprocal import tariffs announcement, leading to record-breaking sell-offs for traditional stock markets and a Bitcoin (BTC) correction below $75,000. While gold remains the dominant refuge for investors during geopolitical stress, analysts say Bitcoin’s digital nature and 24/7 liquidity are helping it attract renewed interest. “You want to…

Bitcoin’s Q1 Woes: Analysis Points to Investor Frustration

The cryptocurrency market, along with traditional stock markets, experienced a significant downturn in the first quarter of 2025. This market downturn is attributed to both trade war fears and diminished user sentiment, as indicated by the declining net unrealized profit/loss. BTC Dominance Rises After ending 2024 on a high note, the cryptocurrency market took a […] Original

Bitcoin’s Next Big Move? Open Interest Says ‘Get Ready’

Reason to trust Strict editorial policy that focuses on accuracy, relevance, and impartiality Created by industry experts and meticulously reviewed The highest standards in reporting and publishing Strict editorial policy that focuses on accuracy, relevance, and impartiality Morbi pretium leo et nisl aliquam mollis. Quisque arcu lorem, ultricies quis pellentesque nec, ullamcorper eu odio. Este artículo también está disponible en español. Bitcoin price rebounded to $80,000 after a sharp decline triggered by fears over US President Donald Trump’s tariff policies. The cryptocurrency market saw panic selling in the past 12…

Bond Market Could be Bitcoin’s ‘Canary in the Coal Mine’ Signal

Credit spreads are widening and have reached their highest levels since August 2024 — a period that coincided with bitcoin (BTC) dropping 33% during the yen carry trade unwind. Widening credit spread via IEI and HYG ratio. (TradingView) One way to track this is through the ratio of the iShares 3–7 Year Treasury Bond ETF (IEI) to the iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (HYG). This IEI/HYG ratio, highlighted by analyst Caleb Franzen, serves as a proxy for credit spreads and is now showing its sharpest spike since…

Bitcoin’s Bullish Fate Hinges On These 2 Resistance Zones – Details

The Bitcoin (BTC) market continues to remain in consolidation following another trading week with no convincing price breakout. As multiple analysts continue to speculate on the asset’s next movement, prominent market expert Ali Martinez has identified two resistance zones that could be pivotal to reigniting a crypto bull run. Bitcoin Must Break Past $85,470 And $92,950 – Here’s Why Over the past month, Bitcoin has struggled to maintain a sustained uptrend, with investor uncertainty dominating the market. During this period, the leading cryptocurrency has faced multiple rejections, most notably at…