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Will BTC Crash Before $150K?
Bitcoin price today trades at $101,384.0 on 11 PM after hitting a daily high of $102,658.0 today after a 0.17% move on December 16.
Bitcoin Price Today: Why is BTC up?
Regardless of the recent crashes, Bitcoin price today is up 0.17% and trades at $101,384.0. As mentioned in a previous CoinGape article, Bitcoin bounced off $99,690 support level, suggesting that the bulls are in control. Is this bounce, bullish or is it manipulation ahead of the weekend with low volume and liquidity?
Let’s find out.
*bitcoin price updated as of 11 PM.
Value of BTC trades at $101,384.0, bringing the year-to-date gain from 56% on October 20 to roughly 132% as of December 16. The YTD performance has slumped due to the recent BTC crash. Although many altcoins have shot up over triple digits, Bitcoin is catching up. Ethereum price’s YTD performance is lackluster, stands around 70%, and is well below BTC.
Although Bitcoin is the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, Bitcoin’s popularity is due to its first-mover advantage and its being a secure, decentralized network. In addition, many narratives, like digital gold, inflation hedges, and uncorrelated assets, have kept BTC at the forefront of the crypto market since its inception in 2009.
Bitcoin To End 2024 on Bullish Note
Industry veterans’ speculation of a bull run post-US elections was right, and Bitcoin is likely to end 2024 on a positive note. Many even expect this six-digit target for BTC to sustained without crashes in 2025. This bullishness can be attributed to the historical returns, whihc shows that Bitcoin has always performed massively in the fourth and first quarters .
With that said, Bitcoin’s market capitalization, which stands at $2,007.2 billion, could finally hit the $2 trillion mark.
Bitcoin’s Market Capitalization
While Bitcoin’s market cap hovers around $2,007.2 billion, with Ethereum, the duo controls nearly 65% of the total cryptocurrency market capitalization. Despite the seven-month consolidation, Bitcoin’s $1.93 trillion market cap remains strong, anticipating it reaching $2 trillion before 2025.
BTC: A composition of 24-hour Trading Volume
Being the top crypto has its benefits; more people tend to flock toward the asset. Likewise, BTC’s 24-hour trading volume stands at $57.4 billion. Binance, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges, contributes a major portion of this volume. Binance’s share of BTC’s 24-hour trading volume comprises spot and perpetuals trading. While spot volume hovers around 11%, perpetual volume is 41%. Exchanges like OKX, Bitget, etc, follow Binance.
Notable Bitcoin Blockchain Upgrades
With a market cap of $1.93 trillion, it is necessary for the network to remain secure, decentralized, and scalable. This is possible by upgrading the Bitcoin network regularly.
Here are some notable upgrades the Bitcoin network has received or planned to receive since its inception in 2009.
Key Bitcoin Blockchain Upgrades Since 2009
Here are some key milestone upgrades to the Bitcoin network over the past decade.
2020-2024:
- Taproot Upgrade (2021): Improved Bitcoin’s smart contract functionality, allowing for more complex transactions and enhanced privacy.Muir Glacier Upgrade (2020): Delayed the “ice age” that would have slowed down the network, ensuring the continued smooth operation of Bitcoin.
2017-2019:
- Segregated Witness (SegWit) Upgrade (2017): Increased the block size limit, allowing for more transactions to be processed on the network, and improved the overall scalability of Bitcoin.
- Schnorr/Tapscript Upgrade (proposed): Aims to further improve the efficiency and scalability of Bitcoin transactions, but has not yet been activated.
- SegWit2x (canceled): A proposed upgrade that aimed to increase the block size limit, but was ultimately canceled due to lack of consensus.
2015-2016:
- Bitcoin Core 0.12.0 Upgrade (2016): Introduced several improvements, including better wallet management and enhanced security features.
- BIP66 Upgrade (2015): Standardized the way Bitcoin transactions are verified, improving the overall security and reliability of the network.
2013-2014:
- Bitcoin Core 0.9.0 Upgrade (2014): Introduced a new wallet format and improved the overall performance of the Bitcoin client.
- BIP0016 Upgrade (2013): Enabled the use of payment protocol, allowing for more efficient and secure transactions.
2010-2012:
- Pay-to-Script-Hash (P2SH) Upgrade (2012): Introduced a new type of transaction that allows for more complex payment scenarios, improving the overall flexibility of the Bitcoin network.
- Bitcoin Core 0.6.0 Upgrade (2011): Introduced several improvements, including better wallet management and enhanced security features.
2009-2010:
- Bitcoin Core 0.3.0 Upgrade (2009): One of the earliest upgrades to the Bitcoin network, introducing several key features and improvements.
Bitcoin Price Forecast For Next Month
| Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| December 15, 2024 | 102182.02 | 0.88% |
| December 16, 2024 | 103927.98 | 2.6% |
| December 17, 2024 | 105940.09 | 4.59% |
| December 18, 2024 | 108003.70 | 6.62% |
| December 19, 2024 | 109661.52 | 8.26% |
| December 20, 2024 | 109754.14 | 8.35% |
| December 21, 2024 | 109699.95 | 8.3% |
| December 22, 2024 | 109989.79 | 8.58% |
| December 23, 2024 | 110282.50 | 8.87% |
| December 24, 2024 | 110206.58 | 8.8% |
| December 25, 2024 | 109981.27 | 8.58% |
| December 26, 2024 | 110425.47 | 9.01% |
| December 27, 2024 | 112182.28 | 10.75% |
| December 28, 2024 | 114421.69 | 12.96% |
| December 29, 2024 | 115361.65 | 13.89% |
| December 30, 2024 | 115350.07 | 13.88% |
| December 31, 2024 | 115034.73 | 13.57% |
| January 01, 2025 | 114905.77 | 13.44% |
| January 02, 2025 | 115238.44 | 13.77% |
| January 03, 2025 | 116027.01 | 14.54% |
| January 04, 2025 | 116480.93 | 14.99% |
| January 05, 2025 | 116474.26 | 14.99% |
| January 06, 2025 | 116207.99 | 14.72% |
| January 07, 2025 | 115948.89 | 14.47% |
| January 08, 2025 | 116033.71 | 14.55% |
| January 09, 2025 | 114858.34 | 13.39% |
| January 10, 2025 | 114317.08 | 12.86% |
| January 11, 2025 | 114501.32 | 13.04% |
| January 12, 2025 | 114588.78 | 13.12% |
| January 13, 2025 | 116595.06 | 15.11% |
Based on Coingape’s Bitcoin price prediction, investors can expect a double-digit rally that leads to a peak of $108,918 as of December 31. While there may be a brief correction, BTC’s trend remains bullish. Bitcoin Price Forecast Between 2025 and 2029
Bitcoin Price Forecast Between 2025 & 2029
| January | $102,019.03 | $115,464.43 | $108,741.74 | 74.9% |
| February | $101,856.03 | $115,567.22 | $108,711.63 | 74.9% |
| March | $101,693.04 | $115,670 | $108,681.53 | 74.8% |
| April | $101,530.04 | $115,772.79 | $108,651.42 | 74.8% |
| May | $101,367.05 | $115,875.57 | $108,621.32 | 74.7% |
| June | $101,204.06 | $115,978.36 | $108,591.21 | 74.7% |
| July | $101,041.06 | $116,081.14 | $108,561.11 | 74.6% |
| August | $100,878.07 | $116,183.92 | $108,531 | 74.6% |
| September | $100,715.07 | $116,286.71 | $108,500.90 | 74.5% |
| October | $100,552.08 | $116,389.49 | $108,470.79 | 74.5% |
| November | $100,389.08 | $116,492.28 | $108,440.69 | 74.4% |
| December | $100,226.09 | $116,595.06 | $108,410.58 | 74.4% |
| All Time | $101,122.56 | $116,029.75 | $108,576.16 | 74.6% |
| January | $103,037 | $118,443.81 | $112,998.37 | 81.8% |
| February | $105,847.91 | $120,292.55 | $117,586.15 | 89.1% |
| March | $108,658.82 | $122,141.30 | $122,173.94 | 96.5% |
| April | $111,469.73 | $123,990.04 | $126,761.72 | 103.9% |
| May | $114,280.64 | $125,838.79 | $131,349.51 | 111.3% |
| June | $117,091.55 | $127,687.53 | $135,937.29 | 118.6% |
| July | $119,902.45 | $129,536.28 | $140,525.08 | 126% |
| August | $122,713.36 | $131,385.02 | $145,112.86 | 133.4% |
| September | $125,524.27 | $133,233.77 | $149,700.65 | 140.8% |
| October | $128,335.18 | $135,082.51 | $154,288.43 | 148.2% |
| November | $131,146.09 | $136,931.26 | $158,876.22 | 155.5% |
| December | $133,957 | $138,780 | $163,464 | 162.9% |
| All Time | $118,497 | $128,611.90 | $138,231.18 | 122.3% |
| January | $139,801.17 | $144,684.75 | $169,276.92 | 172.3% |
| February | $145,645.33 | $150,589.50 | $175,089.83 | 181.6% |
| March | $151,489.50 | $156,494.25 | $180,902.75 | 191% |
| April | $157,333.67 | $162,399 | $186,715.67 | 200.3% |
| May | $163,177.83 | $168,303.75 | $192,528.58 | 209.7% |
| June | $169,022 | $174,208.50 | $198,341.50 | 219% |
| July | $174,866.17 | $180,113.25 | $204,154.42 | 228.4% |
| August | $180,710.33 | $186,018 | $209,967.33 | 237.7% |
| September | $186,554.50 | $191,922.75 | $215,780.25 | 247.1% |
| October | $192,398.67 | $197,827.50 | $221,593.17 | 256.4% |
| November | $198,242.83 | $203,732.25 | $227,406.08 | 265.8% |
| December | $204,087 | $209,637 | $233,219 | 275.1% |
| All Time | $171,944.08 | $177,160.88 | $201,247.96 | 223.7% |
| January | $212,511.67 | $218,298 | $243,655 | 291.9% |
| February | $220,936.33 | $226,959 | $254,091 | 308.7% |
| March | $229,361 | $235,620 | $264,527 | 325.5% |
| April | $237,785.67 | $244,281 | $274,963 | 342.3% |
| May | $246,210.33 | $252,942 | $285,399 | 359% |
| June | $254,635 | $261,603 | $295,835 | 375.8% |
| July | $263,059.67 | $270,264 | $306,271 | 392.6% |
| August | $271,484.33 | $278,925 | $316,707 | 409.4% |
| September | $279,909 | $287,586 | $327,143 | 426.2% |
| October | $288,333.67 | $296,247 | $337,579 | 443% |
| November | $296,758.33 | $304,908 | $348,015 | 459.8% |
| December | $305,183 | $313,569 | $358,451 | 476.5% |
| All Time | $258,847.33 | $265,933.50 | $301,053 | 384.2% |
| January | $317,150.58 | $326,144.33 | $372,391.92 | 499% |
| February | $329,118.17 | $338,719.67 | $386,332.83 | 521.4% |
| March | $341,085.75 | $351,295 | $400,273.75 | 543.8% |
| April | $353,053.33 | $363,870.33 | $414,214.67 | 566.2% |
| May | $365,020.92 | $376,445.67 | $428,155.58 | 588.7% |
| June | $376,988.50 | $389,021 | $442,096.50 | 611.1% |
| July | $388,956.08 | $401,596.33 | $456,037.42 | 633.5% |
| August | $400,923.67 | $414,171.67 | $469,978.33 | 655.9% |
| September | $412,891.25 | $426,747 | $483,919.25 | 678.4% |
| October | $424,858.83 | $439,322.33 | $497,860.17 | 700.8% |
| November | $436,826.42 | $451,897.67 | $511,801.08 | 723.2% |
| December | $448,794 | $464,473 | $525,742 | 745.6% |
| All Time | $382,972.29 | $395,308.67 | $449,066.96 | 622.3% |
In the next year, aka 2025, Bitcoin price is likely to stay well above the six-digit territory and shows no signs of correction below it. Coingape’s Bitcoin price prediction data reveals a peak of $104,280.26 in February 2025.
Bitcoin Price Forecast Between 2030 and 2050
2030
2031
2032
2033
2040
2050
| January | $465,154.42 | $481,462.17 | $546,469.67 | 779% |
| February | $481,514.83 | $498,451.33 | $567,197.33 | 812.3% |
| March | $497,875.25 | $515,440.50 | $587,925 | 845.6% |
| April | $514,235.67 | $532,429.67 | $608,652.67 | 879% |
| May | $530,596.08 | $549,418.83 | $629,380.33 | 912.3% |
| June | $546,956.50 | $566,408 | $650,108 | 945.7% |
| July | $563,316.92 | $583,397.17 | $670,835.67 | 979% |
| August | $579,677.33 | $600,386.33 | $691,563.33 | 1012.3% |
| September | $596,037.75 | $617,375.50 | $712,291 | 1045.7% |
| October | $612,398.17 | $634,364.67 | $733,018.67 | 1079% |
| November | $628,758.58 | $651,353.83 | $753,746.33 | 1112.4% |
| December | $645,119 | $668,343 | $774,474 | 1145.7% |
| All Time | $555,136.71 | $574,902.58 | $660,471.83 | 962.3% |
| January | $667,167.08 | $691,240.58 | $802,526.58 | 1190.8% |
| February | $689,215.17 | $714,138.17 | $830,579.17 | 1235.9% |
| March | $711,263.25 | $737,035.75 | $858,631.75 | 1281.1% |
| April | $733,311.33 | $759,933.33 | $886,684.33 | 1326.2% |
| May | $755,359.42 | $782,830.92 | $914,736.92 | 1371.3% |
| June | $777,407.50 | $805,728.50 | $942,789.50 | 1416.4% |
| July | $799,455.58 | $828,626.08 | $970,842.08 | 1461.5% |
| August | $821,503.67 | $851,523.67 | $998,894.67 | 1506.7% |
| September | $843,551.75 | $874,421.25 | $1,026,947.25 | 1551.8% |
| October | $865,599.83 | $897,318.83 | $1,054,999.83 | 1596.9% |
| November | $887,647.92 | $920,216.42 | $1,083,052.42 | 1642% |
| December | $909,696 | $943,114 | $1,111,105 | 1687.1% |
| All Time | $788,431.54 | $817,177.29 | $956,815.79 | 1439% |
| January | $946,061.92 | $979,838.83 | $1,150,786.08 | 1751% |
| February | $982,427.83 | $1,016,563.67 | $1,190,467.17 | 1814.8% |
| March | $1,018,793.75 | $1,053,288.50 | $1,230,148.25 | 1878.6% |
| April | $1,055,159.67 | $1,090,013.33 | $1,269,829.33 | 1942.4% |
| May | $1,091,525.58 | $1,126,738.17 | $1,309,510.42 | 2006.3% |
| June | $1,127,891.50 | $1,163,463 | $1,349,191.50 | 2070.1% |
| July | $1,164,257.42 | $1,200,187.83 | $1,388,872.58 | 2133.9% |
| August | $1,200,623.33 | $1,236,912.67 | $1,428,553.67 | 2197.7% |
| September | $1,236,989.25 | $1,273,637.50 | $1,468,234.75 | 2261.6% |
| October | $1,273,355.17 | $1,310,362.33 | $1,507,915.83 | 2325.4% |
| November | $1,309,721.08 | $1,347,087.17 | $1,547,596.92 | 2389.2% |
| December | $1,346,087 | $1,383,812 | $1,587,278 | 2453% |
| All Time | $1,146,074.46 | $1,181,825.42 | $1,369,032.04 | 2102% |
| January | $1,387,378.67 | $1,426,572.58 | $1,647,465.92 | 2549.9% |
| February | $1,428,670.33 | $1,469,333.17 | $1,707,653.83 | 2646.7% |
| March | $1,469,962 | $1,512,093.75 | $1,767,841.75 | 2743.5% |
| April | $1,511,253.67 | $1,554,854.33 | $1,828,029.67 | 2840.3% |
| May | $1,552,545.33 | $1,597,614.92 | $1,888,217.58 | 2937.1% |
| June | $1,593,837 | $1,640,375.50 | $1,948,405.50 | 3033.9% |
| July | $1,635,128.67 | $1,683,136.08 | $2,008,593.42 | 3130.7% |
| August | $1,676,420.33 | $1,725,896.67 | $2,068,781.33 | 3227.5% |
| September | $1,717,712 | $1,768,657.25 | $2,128,969.25 | 3324.3% |
| October | $1,759,003.67 | $1,811,417.83 | $2,189,157.17 | 3421.1% |
| November | $1,800,295.33 | $1,854,178.42 | $2,249,345.08 | 3517.9% |
| December | $1,841,587 | $1,896,939 | $2,309,533 | 3614.7% |
| All Time | $1,614,482.83 | $1,661,755.79 | $1,978,499.46 | 3082.3% |
| January | $1,912,592.58 | $1,975,978.17 | $2,362,093.25 | 3699.3% |
| February | $1,983,598.17 | $2,055,017.33 | $2,414,653.50 | 3783.8% |
| March | $2,054,603.75 | $2,134,056.50 | $2,467,213.75 | 3868.4% |
| April | $2,125,609.33 | $2,213,095.67 | $2,519,774 | 3952.9% |
| May | $2,196,614.92 | $2,292,134.83 | $2,572,334.25 | 4037.4% |
| June | $2,267,620.50 | $2,371,174 | $2,624,894.50 | 4122% |
| July | $2,338,626.08 | $2,450,213.17 | $2,677,454.75 | 4206.5% |
| August | $2,409,631.67 | $2,529,252.33 | $2,730,015 | 4291.1% |
| September | $2,480,637.25 | $2,608,291.50 | $2,782,575.25 | 4375.6% |
| October | $2,551,642.83 | $2,687,330.67 | $2,835,135.50 | 4460.1% |
| November | $2,622,648.42 | $2,766,369.83 | $2,887,695.75 | 4544.7% |
| December | $2,693,654 | $2,845,409 | $2,940,256 | 4629.2% |
| All Time | $2,303,123.29 | $2,410,693.58 | $2,651,174.63 | 4164.3% |
| January | $2,753,723.75 | $2,916,544.25 | $3,019,295.17 | 4756.4% |
| February | $2,813,793.50 | $2,987,679.50 | $3,098,334.33 | 4883.5% |
| March | $2,873,863.25 | $3,058,814.75 | $3,177,373.50 | 5010.6% |
| April | $2,933,933 | $3,129,950 | $3,256,412.67 | 5137.7% |
| May | $2,994,002.75 | $3,201,085.25 | $3,335,451.83 | 5264.9% |
| June | $3,054,072.50 | $3,272,220.50 | $3,414,491 | 5392% |
| July | $3,114,142.25 | $3,343,355.75 | $3,493,530.17 | 5519.1% |
| August | $3,174,212 | $3,414,491 | $3,572,569.33 | 5646.3% |
| September | $3,234,281.75 | $3,485,626.25 | $3,651,608.50 | 5773.4% |
| October | $3,294,351.50 | $3,556,761.50 | $3,730,647.67 | 5900.5% |
| November | $3,354,421.25 | $3,627,896.75 | $3,809,686.83 | 6027.7% |
| December | $3,414,491 | $3,699,032 | $3,888,726 | 6154.8% |
| All Time | $3,084,107.38 | $3,307,788.13 | $3,454,010.58 | 5455.6% |
Roughly five years from now, aka 2030, Bitcoin’s price will see an explosion to the upside, with an all-time high of $774,474 in the aforementioned year. In the same period, BTC could reach a low of $465,154.42. Based on CoinGape predictions, the average price of BTC in 2050 is between $2.9 million and $3.3 million.
Investors should note that these long-term predictions can change and, hence, should be taken with a grain of salt.
Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC Bounces Off Key Support, What’s Next?
Let’s do a top-down analysis of Bitcoin, starting from the weekly chart.
The weekly chart shows that there was a ton of buying pressure that undid the massive sell-off that occurred at the start of the week. If the weekly candlestick manages to close above $104,698, it could be a bullish signal that hints at a massive uptrend.
The daily chart shows, despite Bitcoin’s consolidation, it has managed stay above the weekly above Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP). Dips seen below the weekly VWAP were ephemeral, leading to quick recoveries.
While the daily chart remains bullish without a doubt, a failure to maintain this trend could lead to a reversal, albeit short-term. In such a case, BTC could crash 16% to tag the first imbalance on the daily chart, extending from $85.1k to $81.6k.
However, for now, BTC looks bullish on the daily chart as it consolidated above the $99,690 support level.
On the four-hour chart, Bitcoin looks shaky with price facing a strong selling pressure around $102k. If sellers persist and the $99.690 support level gives, then BTC could reenter the $99,690 to $90,824 range. Depending on the selling pressure, Bitcoin could stop at the POC at $97,876 or crash all the way to the range low at $90,824.
All in all, the outlook for Bitcoin looks uncertain with $99,690 still acting as a key support floor. A bounce here could propel BTC to new highs, a breakdown could send it to $90k. Regardless, With the weekend around the corner, investors need to expect liquidity runs on either side due low volumes.
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Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki has issued a stark warning while hinting towards an economic depression ahead. In a recent X post, the renowned author said that the global market crash has already started, as he predicted earlier, which indicates that the financial market might enter a “depression” phase. Notably, this comes as the crypto market records immense volatility, sparking concerns over what’s next for Bitcoin (BTC).
Robert Kiyosaki Hints At Economic Depression Ahead
Robert Kiyosaki, in a recent X post, has revealed a stark warning of a looming economic depression. The Rich Dad Poor Dad author warned that a global market crash has already begun, citing Europe, China, and the U.S. as regions facing significant downturns.
In his post, Kiyosaki urged caution, advising individuals to safeguard their finances and maintain their jobs. “Global crash has started. Europe, China, USA going down. Depression ahead?” he asked while emphasizing the enduring value of assets like gold, silver, and Bitcoin. He added, “For many people, crashes are the best times to get rich.”
This warning aligns with Kiyosaki’s earlier prediction of what he called the “biggest crash in history.” Earlier this month, he encouraged his followers to prepare for financial turmoil, stating, “Please be proactive and get rich… before the BOOMER’s go BUST.”
However, this recent comment from Robert Kiyosaki indicates his sustained confidence in BTC. As the crypto market faces heightened volatility, Bitcoin could emerge as a hedge against traditional market instability, he noted. Besides, it also indicates that the flagship crypto, alongside gold and silver, might continue to gain traction amid this economic turmoil.
What’s Next For BTC?
Bitcoin price today has continued its volatile trading, losing nearly 1.5% over the last 24 hours to $95,323. The crypto touched a high and low of $97,260 and $93,690 in the last 24 hours, showcasing the highly volatile scenario in the market.
In addition, the US Spot Bitcoin ETF also recorded significant outflow, with BlackRock Bitcoin ETF witnessing its largest outflux since its launch. This has weighed on the investors’ sentiment, sparking concerns over a waning institutional interest.
However, despite that, many experts remained confident on the asset’s future trajectory. For context, in a recent X post, Peter Brandt shared a new BTC price target, indicating his confidence in the digital asset.
On the other hand, institutions like Metaplanet have also continued to boost their BTC holdings. These moves indicates that the institutions, as well as many investors, are bullish towards the long-term potential of the crypto. Besides, as Robert Kiyosaki said, the recent dip also provides a buying opportunity to investors, which might further boost Bitcoin to its new ATH ahead.
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Tron founder Justin Sun has been heavily offloading his ETH holdings with Ethereum price crashing 17% following the rejection at $4,000. Over the past 7 days, Sun has offloaded another 50% of his holdings worth $143 million. Market analysts predict that ETH price could further take a dip below $3,000 once again before resuming upside momentum.
Tron’s Justin Sun on ETH Selling Spree
Justin Sun is on a massive Ethereum selling spree since the coin resumed its upward journey after Donald Trump’s election win. This continued even until last week, when Tron founder offloaded $143 million worth of ETH causing Ethereum price to tank over 15% amid the crypto market crash.
Blockchain analytics firm Spot On Chain reported that Justin Sun redeemed 39,999 ETH (valued at $143 million) from liquid staking platforms Lido Finance and EtherFi. He subsequently deposited the entire amount into HTX.
Since November 10, as Ethereum price has trended upward, Sun has deposited a total of 108,919 ETH (worth $400 million) to HTX at an average price of $3,674. Notably, many of these deposits occurred near local price peaks.
Spot On Chain also revealed that Justin Sun currently has 42,904 ETH (valued at $139 million) in the process of unstaking from Lido Finance. The Tron founder might potentially send this funds to HTX later.
Ethereum Price Drop Below $3,000 Coming?
With Ethereum price losing its crucial support of $3,500, the market sentiment for the world’s largest altcoin has turned bearish. Last week, crypto market analysts turned bearish on Ethereum expecting the ETH price to drop $2,800 on selloff by whales.
Popular market analyst IncomeSharks stated that it was a “low-volume weekend,” for Ethereum following a volatile week for stocks. The analysts added that it won’t be the right time to sell.
The On-Balance Volume (OBV) indicator, a tool used to gauge buying and selling pressure, remains steady, oscillating within a channel. Recent Ethereum buyers are still in profit, providing some support for the market. However, the below chart shows that there’s still scope for Ethereum to take a dip to $3,000.
Prominent crypto analyst “I am Crypto Wolf” also highlighted a bullish outlook with a potential inverse head-and-shoulders (iHS) pattern. According to the analyst, Ethereum price chart is currently forming the “right shoulder” of the iHS continuation pattern.
This setup could provide the momentum needed to surpass the $4,000 resistance and aim for a $10,000 target by May. A breakout is anticipated by the end of January, though a retest of the $3,000 level remains a possibility before the rally takes off, he noted.
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Crypto analytics platform CryptoQuant has conducted a deep dive research into Binance and other centralized exchanges to uncover how susceptible they are to liquidity risks. With the crypto ecosystem trading at a very high premium, exchanges require high liquidity to meet growing demands. Of its findings, CryptoQuant singles out Binance and OKX as platforms to watch out for.
What Makes Binance Stand Out from Centralized Exchanges?
According to CryptoQuant, it analyzed the leverage levels of top centralized exchanges. It conducted this exercise to evaluate their liquidity, default risk and how crypto reserves backs trading activity. The analysis also employs leverage ratio calculation to estimate trader’s exposures.
Based on this, the analytics firm singled out Binance as an exchange with robust reserves. The trading platform maintains this reserve despite the significant growth in open interest this year. This is signficant, considering how Binance Futures list new tokens to fuel this expansion including Solana’s Fartcoin.
“Its reserves in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT comfortably exceed its open interest. Binance also reported the lowest and most stable leverage ratio among major exchanges, with a ratio of 12.8 in December 2023, rising slightly to 13.5 in December 2024,” the CryptoQaunt report reads.
As pointed out, this stability and the 2.6x expansion in Bitcoin open interest on the platform from $4.45 billion to $11.64 billion implies that the exchange can handle unexpected liquidations.
Centralized Exchange Leverage Risk on the Midst of the Upcoming Bull Run
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As the report hinted, smaller exchanges like OKX also maintain low leverage ratios.
Centralized Exchanges and Avoiding the FTX Saga
In addition to the Binance spotlight, CryptoQuant also mentioned Gate io, Bybit, and Deribit. However, the report noted that these trading platforms have the highest leverage ratios in the market pegged at 106, 86, and 32, respectively. Notably, this figures show open interests for Bitcoin and Ethereum is higher than the existing reserves available on these centralized exchanges.
The analysis concluded by flagging the impact of high leverage trading, one of the major causes of the FTX Derivatives Exchange collapse. This report serves as an eye opener that can help traders manage risk per platforms they trade on.
Meanwhile, FTX is at the tail end of its bankruptcy proceedings. As Coingape reported earlier, FTX has set January 3 as the date to commence creditor repayment.
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