Is seasonality a myth? In this article, we will attempt to give an ideal overview of bitcoin's comparative behavior since 2015. We'll focus on monthly performance, effectively excluding shorter variations. The study of seasonality thus shows that October, February and July are generally the most reliable and best-performing months. Will this be the case in the coming months?
After a week of consolidation, bitcoin (BTC) is at a decisive point. Bullish indicators suggest that the 25% rise could continue. Nevertheless, it's important for investors to be cautious, as a decline is also a possibility.
Ether (ETH) stabilizes around $1850, potentially offering a buying opportunity. The uptrend could indeed continue in a context favorable to cryptos.
In the darkness of virtual worlds, a devious threat is emerging. The colorful world of Super Mario, usually a source of joy, turns out to be a minefield for cryptocurrency enthusiasts.
Recently, BlackRock filed a Bitcoin ETF application with the SEC. The process is still in its early stages, but already seems to mark a major change for bitcoin.
Last week, bitcoin underwent a 19% rise. The price of the leading cryptocurrency rose from around $26,000 to $31,500, setting a new annual ATH.
The Bitcoin ecosystem is a real anthill of innovation, constantly pushing back the boundaries of what's feasible. While some are inclined to portray Bitcoin as an outdated protocol, relegated to the shadow of Ethereum, the reality is quite different. Ambitious initiatives such as Fedimint, Magma and Miniscript are at the forefront. These technologies have the potential to catalyze large-scale institutional adoption of Bitcoin, redefining the contours of finance in the 21st century. At last, you'll have the arguments to answer the shitcoiners.
In the financial markets, gold and bitcoin are two distinct but highly valued asset classes. Gold benefits from long-standing trust, while bitcoin has managed to establish itself as an essential asset despite the fluctuations it undergoes. According to some experts, both assets have advantages that can be asserted for a long time to come.
Bitcoin (BTC) recently broke through the psychological $30,000 barrier, which seems like a good time to buy. Here are some interesting buying areas.
The price of Bitcoin recently soared following a series of events triggered by BlackRock's ETF request. Some analysts believe this marks the beginning of a bull run for the flagship cryptocurrency. However, one of them remains cautious about this prospect. Here's why.
The news about the queen of cryptocurrencies is closely followed, and predictions about its future are multiplying by the day. The digital asset has been experiencing an upward trend for the past few days, much to the delight of Bitcoiners. Many analysts agree that it is destined for better days. Renowned investor Michael Saylor is among those who believe this and has recently shared the reasons why he believes Bitcoin (BTC) will continue to dominate the cryptocurrency market for a long time.
Performance in the first half of 2023 has been largely supported by liquidity. Furthermore, the good news in June was the agreement reached on the debt ceiling limit. It has been increased until 2025, which subsequently reassured a number of financial market operators. It's not the agreement itself on the ceiling limit that's worth keeping an eye on, but rather the impacts of a liquidity squeeze on Bitcoin and the crypto market for the second half of the year.
On Documenting Bitcoin's Twitter profile, there's a video of BlackRock CEO Larry Fink explaining that “Bitcoin has caught the attention and imagination of many people. They're fascinated and excited.” As a reminder, BlackRock is the world's largest asset manager.
Altcoins, innovative digital assets with a wide range of functionalities, offer promising investment opportunities that are attracting a multitude of investors. The latter are particularly drawn to the exceptional performances achieved by these alternative currencies during the "altcoin season", to the point of sometimes overshadowing Bitcoin (BTC), the first and main cryptocurrency. In response to this phenomenon, many analysts and investors seek to draw comparisons between Bitcoin and altcoins, in order to refine or enhance their investment strategies. Specialist research firm K33 Research has also embarked on this analytical journey.
A ship doesn't set sail across the ocean without the clear guidance of its captain, nor without keeping an eye on the uncontrollable forces of nature. Likewise, the bitcoin ship is preparing to set sail on its next bullish voyage, with two essential factors on board: regulatory clarity in the US and falling inflation.
On Tuesday June 20, EDX Markets, a new crypto exchange, announced the launch of its trading activities. The launch did not go unnoticed in the ecosystem, as the platform enjoyed the support of a consortium of popular institutions in the financial universe. These include Wall Street giants Fidelity Investments, Charles Schwab and Citadel Securities.
BlackRock recently filed a Bitcoin ETF application with the SEC. According to several analysts, the process could be beneficial for the price of Bitcoin (BTC) by attracting more institutional investors. Recent trends point to an increase in institutional investors' confidence in the crypto market.
After plummeting to $25,000, the Bitcoin price is skyrocketing. Many see this dynamic as a positive development. However, Peter Schiff disagrees. The investor criticizes the skyrocketing price of the flagship cryptocurrency. He believes the trend will only last for a short time.
Many believe that the 2024 Bitcoin Halving will be decisive for the cryptocurrency. But instead of waiting a few months to cheer up the crypto community, BTC took many by surprise today. It traded at $138,000 early in the morning on Binance.US.
Michael Saylor made statements on Bloomberg that stand in stark contrast to what we have been hearing from "Austrian" economists.
Like any major price movement of a cryptocurrency, the rebound of Bitcoin (BTC) observed over the past week has attracted the attention of analysts. While some experts were quick to predict a bullish trend for the queen of cryptos after this rebound, others believe that it will take even more for a true bull market to unfold. This is the case for trader Tone Vays, who scrutinized the movements of the flagship cryptocurrency and predicted different scenarios leading to a bullish trend for Bitcoin (BTC).
They're in high school, but are already as rich as Croesus. How did they achieve this feat? By using unorthodox techniques such as phishing-based NFT scams. Currently, several million dollars have found their way into their hands. You'll never guess how they're squandering their ill-gotten gains.
The European Union is gearing up to write a decisive new chapter. The rules governing the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) are fast approaching, promising a series of far-reaching changes for companies in the cryptosphere.
BlackRock is particularly interested in cryptocurrencies, as well as ETFs. A few months ago, the company launched an ETF in Europe. This time, they have set their sights on a Bitcoin ETF. There is no guarantee that this process will be successful, but it could have significant effects on the flagship cryptocurrency market.
A solo miner defies the odds and hits the jackpot! With a one in 5,500 chance, this independent miner struck gold by solving a Bitcoin block worth 6 BTC, approximately $160,000. What makes this remarkable feat even more impressive is that it was achieved using mining hardware that is six years old.
Despite the recent collapse in its price, many fervent bitcoin supporters still believe in its potential. The Winklevoss brothers, Tyler and Cameron, are among those bitcoiners who see the asset reaching new heights.
A week ago, the SEC launched its war against two crypto giants and didn't forget to shake up around fifty assets classified as “unregistered securities” along the way. Many did not expect such a turn of events. The prices of certain cryptocurrencies plummeted. Even the flagship crypto's price was affected by this attack from the US regulator. However, according to Glassnode, long-term BTC hodlers are unfazed by this storm.
Ordinal inscriptions of Bitcoin are currently experiencing a meteoric rise. However, they are dividing the Bitcoin community. And with the latest upgrade, called “Recursive Inscriptions,” the controversy is likely to resurface. Nonetheless, recursive inscriptions prove advantageous for Bitcoin by transforming the blockchain into a platform for video games.
Every four years, the Bitcoin protocol experiences an event known as the Halving. It is undoubtedly one of the most significant events in the network. This highly anticipated event involves a change in the protocol's monetary policy by halving block rewards. In April 2024, the block reward will drop to 3.125 BTC. With this crucial deadline approaching, how can you best prepare?
The legal battle initiated by the SEC against Coinbase and Binance is significantly harming the crypto industry. Some experts believe that it exacerbates the already existing risks in this sector, to the detriment of users who now have to think about protecting their interests.