Theme Bitcoin (BTC)

On December 5, the crypto market was struck by an event as sudden as it was spectacular: a staggering drop in bitcoin. In just a few minutes, its price collapsed, leading to colossal losses for investors. This brutal correction comes shortly after the flagship crypto asset first crossed the symbolic threshold of $100,000, even surpassing it with an all-time high of $104,000. Yet, this achievement quickly gave way to a climate of panic in the markets, further exacerbated by massive liquidations of long positions amounting to $303 million.

BlackRock and MARA Holdings purchase 9,173 BTC as Bitcoin drops to $98,000. Discover the reasons behind these purchases.

In a resounding statement, Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Invest, emphasizes the untapped potential of bitcoin despite its recent historic surpassing of $100,000. The finance visionary compares the soaring trajectory of cryptocurrency to that of giants like Apple and Amazon, suggesting that the best is yet to come.

On December 5, 2024, Tesla could have gained an additional 3 billion dollars if it had held onto its bitcoins instead of selling them at 31,000 dollars. A mistake that Elon Musk's company will not soon forget!

Faced with the growing risks of censorship, WikiLeaks launches a major initiative to preserve Afghan war archives on the Bitcoin blockchain. The Spartacus project, unveiled on December 5, 2024, aims to permanently inscribe more than 70,000 confidential documents on the Bitcoin network.

After the governor of the Bank of France, it is now the turn of the Fed's governor to temper his stance regarding Bitcoin.

In a consolidation context below 98,000 dollars, bitcoin shows signs of short-term weakness. However, derivatives market data reveals persistent trader confidence, suggesting that this phase is only temporary.

On December 5, 2024, Bitcoin (BTC) crossed the symbolic milestone of $100,000 for the first time. However, analysts believe that this consolidation around this level will not last long. According to Nick Forster, bitcoin remains a "meme asset" with "psychological barriers" that attract attention and generate volatility. Should we expect an imminent drop?

On December 5, 2024, Bitcoin reached a historic milestone by hitting a record price of $104,000. This spectacular rise also led to an increase in Bitcoin's dominance in the crypto market, which bounced back to 57%!

Bitcoin has just crossed a historic threshold: 100,000 dollars. More than just a simple number, this is a proclamation, a moment when cryptocurrency moves from a niche dream to a global economic force. Yet, this peak is not just an achievement. It is the beginning of a new story where investor confidence is reshaping the lines of the financial market.

In 2024, the crypto market reaches a key milestone in its development with an unprecedented rise in invested institutional capital. This phenomenon reflects a profound transformation of financial dynamics, driven by a growing adoption of cryptocurrencies in traditional investment portfolios. At the center of this transformation, Binance stands out by consolidating its position as the global market leader among exchange platforms. The staggering growth of average bitcoin deposits on this platform surpasses that of its main competitors, confirming its crucial role.

The Russian president finally uttered the word "Bitcoin" during the Moscow Economic Forum. A day to be marked in white stone.

Bitcoin, the pillar of the digital economy and a central figure in global speculation, is approaching a historic milestone. As its price hovers around the symbolic threshold of $100,000, attention is focused on the movements of "whales," those investors holding significant amounts of BTC and capable of influencing the market on a large scale. While massive transfers of bitcoin to exchanges suggest liquidation possibilities, no major sales have been realized thus far. This cautious stance, revealed by data from CryptoQuant, reflects a waiting strategy that intrigues as much as it worries investors.

In the depths of finance, BlackRock holds a treasure: 500,000 BTC, 48 billion digital dreams. The giant anchors itself in the legend of cryptocurrencies.

MicroStrategy, the business intelligence firm led by Michael Saylor, continues to bolster its position in bitcoins despite market fluctuations. According to new research published by capital advisor Jeff Walton, MicroStrategy could survive a drop in the price of BTC to as low as $20,000 without incurring significant losses. How?

Solana (SOL) has had a remarkable year in 2024, with a 117% increase in its price since the beginning of the year. As we enter December, crypto analysts are wondering whether this bullish trend will continue and if Solana will reach new all-time highs.

Bitcoin is starting to rebound after experiencing a slight decline. Let's now examine the outlook for BTC.

Hedera (HBAR), boosted by a golden cross that would make the stock market blush, jumps 40% and leaves other cryptos in awe.

The USA transfers 2 billion dollars in Bitcoin seized from Silk Road, causing tensions in the crypto market.

The price of Bitcoin soared by more than 2% this Monday, December 2, at the opening of Wall Street, boosted by the announcement of a new major investment from MicroStrategy. The company confirmed that it acquired $1.5 billion worth of BTC over the past week, reviving hopes of seeing the cryptocurrency soon surpass the symbolic threshold of $100,000.

With XRP soaring, Ethereum galloping, and the Fed squawking, the week promises to be as unpredictable as a night market. Watch out for the jolts!

Discover the three key scenarios to watch this week for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Ripple in the crypto market.

Amid revolutionary announcements, technological advancements, and regulatory turbulence, the crypto ecosystem continues to prove that it is both a territory of limitless innovations and a battlefield of regulatory and economic struggles. Here is a summary of the most significant news from the past week regarding Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance, Solana, and Ripple.

The founder of MicroStrategy made a bold pitch to Microsoft’s board of directors, suggesting that the company could nearly triple its value by converting its cash and financial assets into bitcoin. This ambitious proposal, detailed in a 44-slide presentation, represents one of the most significant institutional adoption strategies for Bitcoin ever proposed.

"Petty tribalism": Charles Hoskinson, serial crypto provocateur, capitulates. The industry needs billions, not petty squabbles. A former hedgehog reaching out... who would have believed it?

Wikipedia receives a strong reminder from Samson Mow: investing in Bitcoin would have reduced its dependence on donations, but criticisms of the crypto economy persist.

The world of cryptocurrencies is undergoing a silent yet significant transformation: the decrease in bitcoin reserves on centralized exchange platforms. This evolution, much more than a simple technical indicator, reveals fundamental changes in investor behavior and market dynamics. As bitcoin approaches the symbolic threshold of $100,000, the study of reserves on Binance and Coinbase sheds new light on how actors perceive and use this asset.

When MicroStrategy bets everything on Bitcoin, Anthony Pompliano points out major risks: vague regulations, extreme volatility, and catastrophic scenarios. An explosive cocktail for Michael Saylor's company.