Bitcoin is navigating turbulent waters as its price continues to slide, searching for a stable support level amid growing uncertainty. The current downward momentum has sparked concerns among investors and analysts, with many questioning whether Bitcoin has reached its cycle top. Sentiment in the market has shifted dramatically, with fear replacing the once euphoric optimism that drove the cryptocurrency to recent highs.

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Despite the unease, crypto analyst Ali Martinez offers a more optimistic perspective on the situation. In a recent analysis shared on X, Martinez suggested that a 20% to 30% correction could actually be the most bullish outcome for Bitcoin at this stage. He highlights how such pullbacks have historically set the stage for stronger rallies by shaking out weaker hands and allowing the market to reset before resuming its upward trajectory.

As Bitcoin’s price action teeters on the edge of a potential breakdown, all eyes are on the key support levels that could determine the next move. Will Bitcoin confirm the fears of a cycle top, or will a healthy correction provide the foundation for the next leg of its rally? The coming weeks will be crucial in shaping the narrative for the world’s leading cryptocurrency.

Bitcoin Correction Looms 

Bitcoin appears on the verge of entering a critical correction phase, with the $92K level emerging as the line in the sand. Analysts and investors are increasingly concerned that a drop below this threshold—and potentially the $90K mark—could trigger a wave of selling pressure, driving the price into sub-$80K territory. The growing fear has cast a shadow over Bitcoin’s bullish narrative as many brace for potential downside risks.

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However, not everyone sees this potential correction as bearish. Martinez offers a contrarian viewpoint, suggesting that a 20% to 30% correction could be the most bullish outcome for Bitcoin within the context of a bull trend.

Martinez presented a compelling chart showcasing every Bitcoin correction exceeding 20% during past bull markets. His findings reveal that each of these corrections acted as a reset for the market, shaking out weaker hands and paving the way for stronger rallies.

Martinez emphasizes that corrections are a natural and healthy component of Bitcoin’s price cycles, especially during bull runs. By allowing the market to recalibrate, they set the stage for sustained upward momentum. If Bitcoin does experience a significant pullback, it could be the precursor to a more robust and prolonged rally in the coming months.

BTC Testing ‘The Last Line Of Defense’

Bitcoin is currently trading at $94,500, grappling with sustained selling pressure and bearish price action. The market sentiment has shifted significantly in recent days, with fears of a deeper retracement gaining traction among analysts and investors. Many believe that if Bitcoin loses the $92,000 mark, it could open the door for an accelerated decline.

The $90,000 level is emerging as the critical support zone that Bitcoin must hold to maintain its bullish outlook. This level represents a psychological and technical barrier that could determine the cryptocurrency’s trajectory in the weeks ahead. If BTC manages to stay above $90K, analysts anticipate a strong recovery that could reignite bullish momentum and lead to a push toward previous highs.

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However, the stakes are high. A decisive break below the $90,000 level would likely exacerbate selling pressure, driving Bitcoin into deeper correction territory. In such a scenario, prices could fall as low as $75,000, marking a significant pullback from recent highs.

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A widely followed crypto strategist and trader is issuing a warning about Bitcoin as BTC hovers around $94,000.

Pseudonymous crypto trader Altcoin Sherpa tells his 236,300 followers on the social media platform X that Bitcoin is lacking strength on the monthly chart after falling about 13% from its all-time high witnessed earlier this month.

“BTC monthly doesn’t look great but also not the worst. Neutral and still a few more days to go.”

The analyst also warns that Bitcoin could continue to trade in a range between about $99,000 and $92,000 before a new trend emerges in either direction.

“BTC don’t diddle in the middle. This is a poor place to open longs and shorts. Don’t get chopped.”

Zooming in, the analyst believes that if Bitcoin fails to hold the $92,000 range as support, the flagship crypto may revisit the $80,000 range.

“One thing to note is that these support regions get weaker and weaker the more times they’re tapped. Still not calling for $80,000 or anything yet but it’s going to be important to see the reactions around this $92,000 region. For now, support is still support until shown otherwise.”

Lastly, the analyst lays out one possible scenario where Bitcoin retests the $86,000 range before soaring to a new all-time high of $111,000.

“BTC still wouldn’t surprise me to see this type of move. Some weird price action over the next few weeks with despair followed by an absolute moon mission and killer alt season. I’m still max long for what it’s worth.”

Bitcoin is trading for $94,368 at time of writing, down from its all-time high of $108,135 which it hit on December 17th.

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The Bitcoin price has struggled to reclaim previous price highs above $100,000, with bearish sentiment dominating the market. Currently, the Bitcoin price is retesting the support line of an Ascending Channel after crashing below $95,000. A crypto analyst has predicted that if it can hold this key support level, it could stage a recovery and skyrocket to its next bullish target, aligning with the upper resistance line of the channel. 

Bitcoin Price Retest Support Line; New Target In Sight

In a chart illustrating Bitcoin’s price movement within an Ascending Channel, Trader Tardigrade, a crypto analyst on X (formerly Twitter), revealed that the cryptocurrency has temporarily declined below the lower support line on the channel. The analyst labeled this decline a “False Break,” highlighting that the Ascending Channel remains intact despite the drop. 

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As indicated by the red circle in the price chart, the False Break suggests that Bitcoin’s brief move below the support level was short-lived and does not confirm the continuation of its previous downtrend. Trader Tardigrade noted that after Bitcoin’s False break, the cryptocurrency quickly moved back into the Ascending Channel to reclaim the lower support line. 

Interestingly, Bitcoin’s drop below the False break comes as the pioneer cryptocurrency experienced a sharp price crash below $95,000. Lately, the flagship cryptocurrency has been under significantly bearish pressure, recording notable declines as market volatility intensifies.  

Despite this bearish performance, Trader Tardigrade has disclosed that Bitcoin is now retesting the channel’s support line again, aiming to break above and trigger a price reversal. The analyst predicts that if Bitcoin can hold this support line, it will likely continue moving upwards within the channel. 

Consequently, the analyst has forecasted that Bitcoin’s next price target would be the upper resistance line of the Ascending Channel. Looking at the price chart, the channel points upwards towards a range between $110,000 and $112,000. 

If Bitcoin can successfully recover toward the upper resistance line, it could signal the continuation of a bullish trend within the Ascending Channel. Additionally, a breakout above the resistance line could further validate the bullish momentum, setting up a stage for Bitcoin to potentially target higher price levels and possibly retest its all-time high. 

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Analyst Says Bitcoin Could Crash To $87,000

Bitcoin is currently in a downward trend, experiencing severe price declines despite analysts’ optimistic projections of a price surge. According to crypto analyst Titan of Crypto, the Bitcoin price could see another decline, with the support level at $87,000 being the next target. 

However, according to the analyst, a drop to this price low could bring “maximum pain” to both short—and long-term investors. Nevertheless, Titan of Crypto believes this severe price decline could also present a strong foundation for Bitcoin’s next price rally. 

He emphasized that price movements are rarely linear, highlighting the crypto market’s inherent unpredictability and volatility. Despite Bitcoin’s bearish behavior, Titan of Crypto confidently predicts that a price rally to $110,000 is inevitable. 

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