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Bitcoin Hits New All-Time High, Analyst Says Market Still Not Overheated

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  • Bitcoin surged past $111,800 on May 22, gaining over 4% in a single day.
  • Analyst says the market looks stable with low funding rates and limited short term investor activity
  • Price forecasts vary with Titan of Crypto expecting 135000 to 140000 and van Lagen seeing up to 320000.

Bitcoin surged past $111,800 on May 22, setting its second all-time high in just 24 hours after previously hitting $109,800 on May 21. This sharp rise pushed the world’s largest cryptocurrency up by over 4% in a single day. Since the start of 2025, Bitcoin has gained 19%, keeping bullish investors hopeful and attracting fresh capital into the market.

While these record levels signal growing demand, CryptoQuant analyst Crypto Dan believes the market is not overheated. In his latest Quicktake post, he explained that although long bets in the futures market have increased, the overall funding rate remains low. This shows minimal signs of the kind of overheating seen during earlier bull runs.

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The analyst also reviewed the percentage of Bitcoin traded over the short term, specifically between one week and one month. That metric reflects the pace of short-term capital flow. Despite the recent high, inflows remain slower than they were at previous peaks, suggesting fewer speculative movements than usual.

Bitcoin Profit-Taking Remains Subdued

Profit-taking has also been limited. Short-term holders have not rushed to sell, unlike in March 2024 when heavy selling led to a significant correction. Compared to November 2024, current levels of selling are much lower. Even large holders, often called whales, have not been quick to cash out despite the higher prices.

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Dan also highlighted the increasing amount of Bitcoin held in spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs), now at an all-time high. These growing holdings reflect broader interest from both institutional and retail investors, especially in the United States. This trend supports continued upward momentum in the market, according to the report.

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He concluded that while Bitcoin is trading at record highs, the low funding rate, restrained short-term capital movement, and limited profit-taking all suggest that the market remains stable. Spot ETF inflows provide added strength to this upward trend.

Analysts Eye Higher Targets Ahead

Some traders believe this rally still has more room to run. In a post on May 21, Titan of Crypto, a well-followed figure in the trading space, recently reaffirmed his 2025 price target of $135,000. He bases this on Bitcoin’s movement across long-term support and resistance levels over the past two years, combined with Fibonacci extension tools.

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That model places a possible target between $135,000 and $140,000. The 1.618 Fibonacci level, commonly used in market forecasting, sits right in that range, matching the trajectory of Bitcoin’s current trend.

Another technical analyst, Gert van Lagen, has set the bar even higher. He predicted Bitcoin could reach anywhere from $300,000 to $320,000. He referenced the coin’s breakout from a four-year Megaphone Pattern, where the price forms wider swings over time before breaking out sharply upward.

Van Lagen also applied Elliott Wave Theory to support his forecast. Bitcoin is now in the final Wave 5 of an impulse cycle, which, if it completes as expected, could push the coin up another 170% to 190% from current levels.

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BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Shocks Market with $410M Inflows Surge

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  • The BlackRock Bitcoin ETF recorded $410 million in inflows on Thursday, the highest among all US Bitcoin ETFs.
  • The fund now holds $45.4 billion in inflows since its launch, showing continued institutional engagement.
  • BlackRock added 3,975 Bitcoin daily, while other major ETFs saw significant outflows.

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF received the most significant inflows of any ETF product focused on bitcoin in the US on Thursday. BlackRock reported another significant inflow of $410 million, staying at the top of the ETF market. BlackRock has recorded $45.4 billion in total inflows since the ETF’s launch.

The rest of the Bitcoin ETF market showed mixed results, indicating divergent views among market players. Yesterday, BlackRock increased its holdings by 3,975 Bitcoin, despite other BTC ETFs reporting inflows. BlackRock’s position in the ETF market highlights Bitcoin’s approach to reclaiming record prices.

Bitcoin’s price rose to $104,000 today and is building strength in the area. A break through $104.9K may result in a new all-time high for Bitcoin. Amidst increasing funds flowing into the BlackRock Bitcoin ETF, traders are closely watching moves in the crypto market.

BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Sees $410M Inflows Amid Market Exit by Rivals

BlackRock gained $2 million during this period, while Fidelity, Ark Invest, and Grayscale saw a total outflow of $287 million. Outflows totaling $287 million were experienced by Fidelity’s Bitcoin ETF, AR, and GBTC. This further highlights the increasing popularity of BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF.

Unlike other competitors, BlackRock’s ETF has steadily gained capital inflows regardless of changes in cryptocurrency markets. The BlackRock Bitcoin ETF is becoming increasingly popular as larger investors favor it among spot Bitcoin ETF products. Its ongoing growth is boosting its impact on the ebb and flow of financial assets.

Other funds are withdrawing from the market, yet BlackRock continues to add Bitcoin ETFs. Larger investors are choosing to direct their resources toward more successful assets. BlackRock’s ETF currently holds the dominant position in the market.

Institutional Holdings in IBIT Reveal Mixed Trends for Q1 2025

Institutional ownership of the BlackRock Bitcoin ETF climbed by 19% as more investors turned their attention to the exchange-traded fund. Overall, institutional ownership in the ETF dropped to 25% compared to 30% during the previous quarter. This signifies that new investors joined as demand grew, but without making considerable investments.

Recently, the Wisconsin Investment Board disclosed that it had sold all of its $321 million stake in the BlackRock Bitcoin ETF. Goldman Sachs has become the largest investor in IBIT shares. 

Mubadala, Abu Dhabi’s, has invested $408.5 million in 8.7 million shares of the IBIT ETF. This has made BlackRock the largest shareholder of its Bitcoin ETF outside of the United States. Its recent gains can be attributed to the increasing attention it’s received.

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Bitcoin’s Bullish Momentum Faces Setback: How Trade Deals Impact BTC

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  • Bitcoin faces a sharp rejection from its all-time high, reflecting trade uncertainty and market volatility.
  • As trade tensions ease, Bitcoin experiences selling pressure, with its ratio to the S&P 500 falling by 5%.
  • Bitcoin’s role as a safe-haven asset during uncertainty proves its potential as a long-term store of value.

Bitcoin (BTC) has seen a significant rejection from its all-time high, relative to the S&P 500 (BTC/SPX). This rejection wasn’t entirely unexpected. Trade uncertainties were previously pointed out by analysts as something that will lead to volatility. With this retreat, the BTC/SPX has fallen by about 5%. This change is an indication of general market responses to global economic phenomena.

Among the motivations for this rejection, there is the moderation of trade strains. As a result of the US-China trade deal, there has been a reduction of tariff uncertainties. Consequently, stocks have been the main ones to benefit from the bettering of the trade relations. In its turn, Bitcoin experienced pressure with respect to selling, and as a result, its ratio to the S&P 500 went down.

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Bitcoin as Safe-Haven Asset

In spite of that failed attempt, Bitcoin demonstrates its twofold character. During times of uncertainty, it operates as both a risk asset and a safe-haven asset. In a likely case of trade uncertainty and financial instability, Bitcoin is also found to be attractive to investment. One perfect example of this was in March 2023, when people resorted to BTC because of the issues in banking. This behavior shows how Bitcoin acts as a hedge during the turbulent times.

As Bitcoin grows more mature, its market behavior will tend to change. This change will be brought about by its growing market cap and institutional interests. As time goes by, BTC will tend to act more like it was meant to act. Investors are expecting it to be more stable and aligned to its goal of being a store of value.

Seasonal Trends in Trading

Daan, quoted the seasonal trading stated: “Sell in May and go away” People tend to forget that there is always a slower time for selling shares. He, however, noted that May is normally a good month for markets. The average market return in the month of May has in the past been over 8%. On the other side, June is traditionally one of the months when stocks perform the worst, together with September. Although seasonality should not control the decision-making on investment, it always affects the behavior of the investors.

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BTC being rejected from its all-time high signifies an important highlight in the market direction. However, its safe-haven asset role in uncertainty is a strong one. Over time, as the market matures, the price volatility of BTC perhaps might stabilize, and it gets closer to its intended purpose. This would make Bitcoin a long-term vehicle for storing value.

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Bitcoin Reserve Tops Agenda in McGregor and Bukele El Salvador Meeting

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  • Conor McGregor will meet President Nayib Bukele in El Salvador to discuss the adoption of Bitcoin.
  • The meeting will take place during the Bitcoin Nation State Summit this month.
  • McGregor is advocating for Ireland to establish a national Bitcoin Reserve.

Conor McGregor will meet El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele during the Bitcoin Nation State Summit to discuss a potential Irish Bitcoin Reserve. The meeting signals McGregor’s ongoing campaign for a Bitcoin Reserve in Ireland.

Bitcoin Reserve Gains Spotlight Ahead of Ireland’s Elections

Through his ambitious political pursuits, Conor McGregor aims to rally support for creating a national Bitcoin reserve in Ireland. He claims that a well-thought-out reserve will increase Ireland’s financial independence and provide more investment opportunities. The initiative reflects a global trend among rising economies to create their own digital asset reserves.

Ireland’s political and financial demagogues have shown great interest in the drive to a Bitcoin Reserve. According to McGregor, the Bitcoin Reserve would act as a long-term asset for the country. His proposal is based on the backfiring strategy that El Salvador is developing.

Conor McGregor’s offer to meet President Bukele strongly supports his plan. The summit revolves around adoption models and policy approaches. Essential points on the agenda include how the daily acquisition of Bitcoin could be introduced and the potential for implementing this model in Ireland.

Conor McGregor Eyes Strategic Support from Bukele’s El Salvador

McGregor’s interest in the El Salvador model comes largely from its visionary implementation of an ambitious Bitcoin Reserve program. El Salvador continues to purchase one Bitcoin daily, regardless of international financial pressure. President Bukele has maintained the program under pressure from international bodies.

McGregor plans to test the effectiveness and design of the Bitcoin Reserve in El Salvador and identify how Ireland might emulate such a reserve framework. This analysis will consider how Bitcoin is acquired, the handling of digital wallets, and mechanisms of transparency.

Bilateral cooperation in the digital asset field will be another theme at the summit. Issues such as educating the public on Bitcoin, policy harmonisation, and securing the reserve will be featured on the agenda. McGregor aims to build a strong reserve system that indicates a good supply.

Broader Digital Asset Plans in Discussion Beyond Bitcoin Reserve

McGregor has started researching digital assets strategies beyond the Bitcoin Reserve. He is reviewing the addition of different cryptocurrencies for a future Digital Asset Stockpile. The scheme aims to upgrade national portfolios and promote the application of blockchain technology.

McGregor’s recent comments emphasize his appeal to governments to embrace open and nonpartisan systems. These systems represent blockchain ideals and are part of a larger goal to increase transparency with crypto assets. He is interested in innovation but makes sure Bitcoin forms his base for the reserve.

Also, Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has reached out to McGregor so that they can meet. As of yet, there have been no reports about that issue. Still, McGregor still pushes the creation of a strong Bitcoin Reserve as a foundation for security.

Metaplanet Buys 1,241 BTC, Now Holds More Than El Salvador

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  • Metaplanet has acquired 1,241 Bitcoin for approximately $126.7 million, increasing its total holdings to 6,796 BTC.
  • The company now holds more Bitcoin than El Salvador, which holds 6,174 BTC in its national reserves.
  • Metaplanet purchased the new Bitcoin at an average price of $102,119 per coin.

Metaplanet has purchased 1,241 Bitcoin (BTC) for about $126.7 million, bringing its total holding to 6,796 Bitcoin. With this recent purchase, Metaplanet’s Bitcoin ownership is now higher than El Salvador’s, which owns a reserve of 6,174 BTC, expanding its lead in institutional pillars of Bitcoin ownership. Having more Bitcoin than El Salvador, Metaplanet boosts the Bitcoin treasury.

Metaplanet Raises BTC Holdings to 6796

Metaplanet confirmed that the average acquisition price for the latest Bitcoin purchase stood at approximately $102,119 per BTC. This information was noted in Metaplanet’s filing, with the exchange rate being 14,848,061 yen per BTC. This addition increased Metaplanet’s holdings from 5,555 BTC last week to 6,796 BTC today.

Metaplanet‘s rapid accumulation rate since its initial Bitcoin acquisition in April 2024 is underscored by this acquisition. The firm has injected just under $608.2 million in Bitcoin, emphasizing treasury management. With Bitcoin currently priced at $104,003, Metaplanet’s total BTC holdings are valued at approximately $706.8 million.

This is one of the company’s repetitive approaches to treasury management. While many firms diversify, Metaplanet maintains a focused exposure to Bitcoin as a core reserve asset. This latest acquisition strengthens the company’s stature among the industry leaders in top institutional investors.

Bitcoin Growth Boosts Metaplanet Stock Value

Based on Metaplanet’s year-to-date, its BTC Yield was as high as 170.0% when measured in terms of the Bitcoin holdings per fully diluted share. The BTC Yield during this current quarter, between April 1 and May 12, 2025, rose by 38.0%. This indicates an increase in the firm’s Bitcoin share, which increases the real value owned by the shareholders.

The firm’s share price spiked 3.8% in trading on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on Monday after the news. This market response mirrors Metaplanet’s sustained interest in Bitcoin. The security (3350.T) views denote an increased corporate thirst for digital assets.

Like other Bitcoin-focused companies, this outcome highlights the market’s reaction to treasury-related equity dynamics. As Metaplanet increases its holdings, analysts pay keen attention to whether Bitcoin’s growth is a plus for its stock value. Meanwhile, Metaplanet is at parity or ahead of early Bitcoin users such as Strategy.

Analysts Predict Strong Gains for Metaplanet

Analysts say Metaplanet has the potential to gain more sharply than Strategy in instances of expected Bitcoin price rallies. In case Bitcoin hits $120,000, Metaplanet’s stock could double, while Strategy’s return will be a modest 1.6 times higher. Metaplanet’s share value may explode by 4.5 times when Bitcoin rises to $150,000.

The estimates are based on an analytics model that tracks companies’ responses to Bitcoin price changes. This high-beta exposure positions Metaplanet as a more reactive equity in the cryptocurrency market. For market agents, the model is effective for assessing companies’ reactions to fluctuations in the Bitcoin price.

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Strategy to Unveil Bitcoin Model That Could Reshape Corporate Finance

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  • Strategy plans to publish a Bitcoin standard model to guide corporate Bitcoin adoption.
  • The upcoming model will be open-source and based on Strategy’s real-world Bitcoin acquisition strategy.
  • Strategy has expanded its Bitcoin holdings to 555,450 BTC after its latest purchase.

Strategy has confirmed plans to publish a new Bitcoin (BTC) standard model designed to guide corporate BTC adoption over the long term. The model will offer detailed financial strategies and insights based on Strategy’s internal experience. With this move, Strategy aims to redefine corporate finance and accelerate Bitcoin’s role in global balance sheets.

Strategy to Publish Bitcoin Corporate Finance Book

Strategy CEO Phong Le declared that the firm will publish a full corporate finance book designed for the Bitcoin age. The future model is based on Strategy’s 2024 framework, which is set to be published as open-source by the public. It will contain factual data and strategies utilized in the Strategy’s path of gaining Bitcoins.

Following the addition of 1,895 BTC, Strategy has grown its ownership of BTC to 555,450. The firm feels that existing corporate finance principles must change to accept Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset. Thus, Strategy sets an example and develops a formal financial model for future adopters.

Phong Le stated that the new book will become a company’s financial playbook in three decades. Strategy’s focus is to make the process of integrating Bitcoin into corporations simple by adopting a replicable and transparent model. The book will also discuss risk controls and capital allocation methods used by Strategy.

Bernstein Predicts $330 Billion Corporate BTC Inflows

Bernstein published a report forecasting $330 billion in corporate inflows for Bitcoin by 2029, with much of this inspiration coming from Strategy’s playbook. According to the report, more firms will invest in Bitcoin as a treasury asset as macroeconomic changes intensify. The catalyst and strategy are already high benchmarks in Bitcoin acquisitions.

The asset manager assumes that Strategy will initiate the following stage of the institutional Bitcoin accumulation process. According to Bernstein, Strategy will buy up to $124 billion worth of BTC in the future. This forecast is in line with Strategy’s present capital raise of $84 billion to invest in further Bitcoins.

According to Bernstein’s analysis, Strategy’s systematic accumulation of BTC will demand that other firms take certain action. The report suggests that the momentum for corporate interest in Bitcoin will continue to increase due to more firms adopting Strategy’s strategic blueprint. This trend can germinate new financial securities to report corporate bitcoin exposure.

Metaplanet and Strive Join Corporate BTC Movement

Tokyo-based Metaplanet has amassed over 5,000 BTC and is aiming to raise 3.6 billion JPY through bonds for further purchases. The firm has employed ordinary bonds to facilitate its strategy and is speeding up its Bitcoin treasury growth. This indicates that the world is accepting Bitcoin in corporate finance models.

At the same time, Strive Asset Management is collaborating with Asset Entities to set up a publicly traded Bitcoin treasury company. The initiative points at structured BTC shareholders’ exposure but utilizes the Strategy’s model as the reference. This partnership aims to establish an open entity focused on BTC operating in public markets.

Today, more public companies have Bitcoin listed on their balance sheets than ever before. The popularity boom triggered the emergence of ETFs related to corporate BTC holdings.

Japan’s Metaplanet Quietly Buys 555 BTC—But Why Right Now?

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  • Metaplanet acquired 555 more Bitcoin this week, spending $49.6 million on the latest purchase.
  • Based on current market prices, the company now holds 5,555 BTC valued at over $482 million.
  • This acquisition is part of Metaplanet’s ongoing strategy to convert capital into Bitcoin during global financial uncertainty.

Japanese firm Metaplanet Inc. made another Bitcoin (BTC) purchase totaling 555 units this week, while China and the U.S. governments began showing signs of economic partnership. Metaplanet Inc. made a Tokyo Stock Exchange listing this week and acquired 555 Bitcoin using $49.6 million, raising its total holdings to 5,555 BTC. The purchase follows Metaplanet’s digital asset transformation plan to protect its investments during worldwide instability.

Metaplanet Adds 555 BTC to Holdings, Hits $482 Million in Total Value

Metaplanet announced its second Bitcoin purchase on Tuesday, which raised the company’s Bitcoin holdings to exceed $482 million. The purchase utilized ¥7.67 billion from the company’s funds while maintaining a trend of acquisitions based on zero-coupon bond issuance. Through EVO FUND, its partner raised the bond tranches that directly fund each Bitcoin acquisition.

The acquisition occurs within a strategy that courts Bitcoin as the primary core asset of the company’s treasury. Financial instruments yielded proceeds that Metaplanet used to obtain BTC since the start of 2024 and through all of 2025. Since the beginning of its digital asset exposure expansion initiative the firm has executed several key strategic acquisitions.

The organization’s Bitcoin-oriented Key Performance Indicator, BTC Yield, demonstrated substantial quarterly growth because capital deployment proved rewarding. Each subsequent quarter produced expanding returns, with Q4 at 309.8%, Q1 at 95.6%, and Q2 at 21%. The company’s durable Bitcoin acquiring performance reinforced its decision to build a reserve against possible macroeconomic threats.

China and US Set to Resume Economic Talks After Extended Pause

Chinese officials announced that Vice Premier He Lifeng will conduct talks with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Switzerland from May 9 through May 12. These official meetings will represent the direct dialogue after the U.S. placed new tariffs on Chinese imports. Senior U.S. officials made multiple attempts to initiate renewed dialogue before Vice Premier He Lifeng met with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Switzerland.

According to the Chinese Ministry of Commerce, specific conditions must exist for the parties to work together while emphasizing mutual respect and fairness throughout all discussions. Government representatives at these meetings rejected demands that would force China to change positions and issued statements about U.S. action in trade relations. China maintains its tough stance in defending its economic position while complying with worldwide market requirements.

The Chinese embassy in the United States has recognized the business community’s intensifying international pressure and demands to begin a new dialogue. Beijing accepted the need for formal dialogue to answer recent changes affecting the trade situation. Through this reopened dialogue, trade relations have the potential to become stable while facing current diplomatic tensions.

Gold and Bitcoin Gain as Safe-Haven Demand Rises

Bitcoin prices stayed near the levels from February, while gold rose to $3,357 as investors increasingly sought store-of-value assets. The price elevation of both assets has traced economic policy shifts alongside geopolitical developments across important global regions. According to data about recent price movements, global financial instability appears to be driving markets toward substitute assets.

Metaplanet announced plans to establish its new Metaplanet Treasury Corp. subsidiary in Florida while raising $250 million through Metaplanet Treasury Corp. for Bitcoin acquisitions. With a $250 million capital target, this new entity will shape the company’s Bitcoin acquisition initiatives. CEO Simon Gerovich confirmed the move would enable the company to access U.S. capital market opportunities and international financial liquidity.

As part of its strategy to enhance its standing as a Bitcoin-specialized public organization that targets global growth, Metaplanet has initiated this step. Through this subsidiary organization, Metaplanet maintains uninterrupted access to strategic capital and multiple markets. Metaplanet takes this step to expand its market reach while strengthening its current digital asset reserve guidelines.

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Why Binance Dominates Whale Deposits During Crypto Market Dips: Report

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  • Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken handle most Bitcoin whale deposits, especially during volatile market conditions.
  • On February 25, Binance saw 11.3K BTC in whale deposits, significantly outpacing Coinbase and Kraken.
  • Dominating XRP whale inflows, platform’s deposits influence major price shifts, with daily inflows reaching up to 6.9B XRP.

Data from CryptoQuant suggests that Binance, along with Coinbase and Kraken, dominate Bitcoin whale storage operations, particularly during volatile market periods. Binance, along with Coinbase and Kraken, incurs significant capital expenditures to maintain liquidity during volatile market periods. The cryptocurrency exchange Binance delivers exceptional performance in handling substantial cryptocurrency transactions from major market participants.

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The Bitcoin value fell to under $90K during February 25 while Binance received substantial whale deposits worth 11.3K BTC. Binance experienced significantly higher deposits of 11.3K BTC during that period than Coinbase (4.9K BTC) and Kraken (0.8K BTC). Whale activities spiked during market dips as they instantly chose Binance both for protection and to move their capital.

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Binance Leads XRP Deposits

Binance mostly dominates whale deposits within the XRP market. platformreceives 0.2 to 6.9 billion XRP transfers on a daily basis. Such deposits on platform exchange exceed those measured on alternative trading platforms. Inflows from whales at platform result in significant price shifts for XRP, as exchange deposit activity is strongly correlated with market movements.

Between April 7 and 9, XRP showed its lowest price point as whale deposits reached their peak amounts. The deposit activity revealed a market transformation when XRP balances increased from 1.2 billion to 6.9 billion XRP during this period. Whale activities on platform can function as clear signs to predict future market price direction. Traders together with investors track this trend to forecast XRP price increases.

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Stablecoin Inflows Boost Liquidity

The platform experiences stable moderate inflows of stablecoins such as USDT and USDC on its network. The deposits appear regularly which demonstrates both market liquidity and a stable market presence. Stablecoin deposits into exchange establish that major investors believe strongly in trusting this exchange platform over others. These money deposits follow major price movements because they represent deliberate capital allocation strategies.

Whale tracking of deposits allows us to understand how markets operate. The entrance of whales from large inflows indicates impending major trading activity, which gives rise to significant price disruptions. exchange attracts high-end investors and institutional trading operations based on their stablecoin concentration levels.

Exchange maintains its leading position in the cryptocurrency market due to its control over whale financial inflows, which underscores its significant stature in the crypto trading realm. Traders prefer using Binance as their primary exchange due to market volatility since it offers risk-managing platforms and trading opportunities during price changes.

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BTC price prediction: will BlackRock’s $1B bet push Bitcoin past $98K?

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  • Bitcoin holds steady near $94,700 amid mixed technical signals and moderate trading volumes.
  • BlackRock’s $1B ETF inflow fuels optimism, pushing BTC closer to the $2 trillion market cap threshold.
  • Weakened U.S. labor data hints at dovish Fed action, potentially boosting BTC further.

Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $94,716.98 and is down slightly by 0.17% in the past 24 hours, with trading volumes falling by 14.70% to $26.88 billion. Weekly gains remain at 1.78%, though, which indicates that there is a general upward undercurrent in spite of the current indecision.

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The most recent hourly candle closed at $94,585.48, below both the 25-period SMA ($94,797.15) and 50-period SMA ($94,588.09), which shows near-term indecision. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) of 47.59 is in neutral territory and indicates indecision among traders. In the meantime, the MACD is -25.64 and shows a lack of momentum in either direction and the ADX of 21.77 indicates that the trend is only of modest strength.

Volume has also dropped thin to 519.07 below the 30-day average of 720.46, waiting for further cues. For now, resistance can be seen around $95,630 and support at $92,800.

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Bitcoin set to reach $2 trillion market cap

Fueling broader optimism is the landmark $1 billion daily inflow into BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) on April 29, its largest single-day net intake since the ETF’s January debut. This surge propelled BTC momentarily above $95,400, underlining the increasing institutional appetite for digital assets.

Analysts expect this upsurge to propel Bitcoin towards a market capitalization of $2 trillion with just a 5–6% price appreciation being required to achieve it. Standard Chartered’s Geoff Kendrick reasserted his Q2 2025 target of $120,000 on the basis of macroeconomic weakness and increased institutional participation. In case the liquidity situation turns favorable, BTC can even touch $140,000, Kendrick added.

The ETF boom also reflects a larger trend: Bitcoin is rapidly emerging as a core element of global portfolios, and institutional support is now serving as a main driver of upward momentum.

U.S. economic signals boost Bitcoin outlook

Macroeconomic signals from the U.S. may further bolster Bitcoin’s outlook. The Labor Department reported job openings fell to 7.2 million in March, below forecasts and the lowest level since 2021. Simultaneously, the Conference Board’s consumer confidence index dropped for the fifth straight month, raising expectations of a dovish Federal Reserve response.

Historically, such situations have powered risk-on assets such as Bitcoin. In the event that the Fed turns to expansionary policy, capital may flow more forcefully into crypto markets. This context, with increasing institutional flows, creates the setup for Bitcoin to challenge resistance near $98,500, with technical indicators in the form of a firm RSI of 65.59 that has been supporting the move.

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Why Is Ethereum Falling Behind Bitcoin? Experts Reveal Shocking Factors

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  • The Ethereum-to-Bitcoin ratio has fallen to its lowest level in five years amid weak Ethereum performance.
  • Experts attribute the decline to increased competition from faster and cheaper blockchains challenging Ethereum’s dominance.
  • Bitcoin’s consistent strategic buying by institutional players has helped it outperform Ethereum significantly.

The current Ethereum-to-Bitcoin price level is the lowest it has been during the past five years, which worries the cryptocurrency investment community. Although Bitcoin reaches new price levels, Ethereum faces enduring difficulties in the market. Market experts have analyzed various factors that caused the ETH/BTC price decline, showing how Ethereum remains vulnerable in the evolving crypto industry structure.

Ethereum Faces Pressure From Competitive Blockchains

Through two additional transactions, the same whale invested in Bitcoin and Ethereum by acquiring 30,000 ETH, which had a value of $54 million. Wintermute served as the OTC exchange through which the whale employed an independent transaction address for this purchase. The whale executed his purchases to show that Ethereum gained greater market speed.

Ethereum maintained a 9% weekly gain to approach its target market value of $1,800. The impressive market upswing encouraged long-term traders and investors to buy Ether since they thought its future outlook was positive. The growing number of Ethereum transactions created the conditions for continued positive market development.

The ETH market exhibits dependable growth in its network participant numbers. The activity between new users and existing platform users triggered the second-biggest cryptocurrency to expand its network user base. The whale made a staggering investment just as Ethereum displayed solid fundamentals and optimistic market predictions.

Bitcoin Strengthens as Ethereum Loses Momentum

Bitcoin’s value increased due to a strategic acquisition and its position as an asset designed for wartime conditions caused by global instability. The price strength and resilience of Bitcoin have increased through continuous Bitcoin purchases made by institutional leaders, including Michael Saylor. The powerful, relentless purchasing trend led Bitcoin to surpass $100,000, while Ethereum remains behind.

Ethereum fails to present a key public figure who regularly buys cryptocurrency to sustain its market value. Ethereum needs dedicated institutional support for price stability because it loses momentum against Bitcoin in economic instability without substantial backing. The market performance of Bitcoin remains higher than that of Ethereum during all market situations.

The volatile market periods have strengthened investor trust in Bitcoin, which functions as a haven asset like gold. The recent peak in gold price has driven positive expectations about Bitcoin, which follows the same pattern of growth. Ethereum serves as an asset during peaceful periods but does not receive the same level of investment as Bitcoin during safety-related capital movements.

Experts Differ On The Merge’s Impact On Ethereum

According to Ethereum expert Eric Wall, some believe the merger did not cause Ethereum’s market downturn. Wall says the swap from Proof-of-Work to Proof-of-Stake did not directly impact the ETH/BTC market decline. According to Wall, Ethereum has experienced a decline primarily because of market competition and changing market forces.

As per analyst Beanie, Ethereum’s merger degraded its economic model, weakening investor interest. The present Ethereum price trends indicate that the Merger did not lead to the deeper problems that affect the Ethereum platform. The network’s breakup into pieces and the failure to introduce dominant applications emerged as greater contributors to the market decline.

Ethereum’s recent 12% price growth fails to lift the ETH/BTC exchange ratio, which remains at very low historical levels. Current market conditions indicate Bitcoin will likely remain dominant over Ethereum, even though Ethereum experienced a wave of $17.5 billion in daily trading activity.