Bitcoin’s Recent Moves and What’s Next:
One month ago, for the first time since Bitcoin’s last all-time high (ATH), it reached a new higher high, breaking past $65,000. This milestone puts to rest the popular theory that Bitcoin was locked in a cycle of lower highs and lower lows. Some bearish analysts saw this pattern as evidence of a continued downtrend, but this recent move proves otherwise.
Right now, Bitcoin is down 8.8% from its peak on Tuesday—a healthy correction after the strong rally we saw over the past two weeks. A small pullback like this is completely normal and healthy for the market. The dip also reflects some market uncertainty about the upcoming election, as there’s speculation that Kamala Harris could win. Generally, a Harris victory isn’t expected to be super bullish for Bitcoin in the short term, whereas a Trump win is seen as more favorable. But remember, historically, elections haven’t significantly shifted the Federal Reserve’s commitment to supporting the economy. So, while there may be short-term effects, the big-picture trend for Bitcoin remains bullish.
OTC Bitcoin Supply Is Running Low:
Rumors are spreading that over-the-counter (OTC) desks are almost out of Bitcoin. These desks are now reaching out to major holders, including users from Mt. Gox and FTX, who previously declined buy offers. Although CryptoQuant reports that OTC desks have around 400,000 BTC, it’s more likely that only about 110,000 to 130,000 BTC remains, with 300,000 BTC already sold since March.
Why does this matter? Buyers are being forced to purchase directly from exchanges, which drives up the price faster. OTC sales don’t affect market charts, as they don’t create price volatility—even with large transactions. But as OTC supply dries up, big players, like BlackRock, are starting to buy through exchanges (such as Coinbase), meaning we’re likely to see Bitcoin prices spike even more over the medium to long term.
In short, buckle up for what’s shaping up to be an exciting time for Bitcoin in the months ahead!
