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<p>The post <a href="https://coinpedia.org/news/could-bitcoin-be-on-the-verge-of-a-rally-3-reasons-under-the-spotlight/">Could Bitcoin Be on the Verge of a Rally? 3 Reasons Under the Spotlight</a> appeared first on <a href="https://coinpedia.org">Coinpedia Fintech News</a></p> 
<p>Bitcoin is still in the game, even though it couldn’t make up its mind with prices recently. It tried hitting new highs in 2023 but got stuck and couldn’t break free. The price is having a hard time going past $50,000, making things a bit shaky. But some folks who trade Bitcoin think that if we wait a bit, we might see some bigger price moves down the road.</p> 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-btc-price-dynamics-and-the-bull-flag-pattern">BTC Price Dynamics and the Bull Flag Pattern</h2> 
<p>While Bitcoin experienced a momentary surge to new 2023 highs during the week, it encountered resistance around the $50,000 mark. However, technical analyst Alan Tardigrade emphasizes that Bitcoin has maintained its bullish structure, showcasing a classic bull flag pattern within the overall uptrend.</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">A nice "Head &amp; Shoulders" pattern on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a> Dominance has been spotted by <a href="https://twitter.com/MatthewHyland_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MatthewHyland_</a> for days.<br>The chart comparison here explains to you how bearish <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24BTC.D&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$BTC.D</a> and how bullish <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24ETH.D&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$ETH.D</a> are.<br>Please note that both the horizontal support/resistance zone on BTC.D and descending… <a href="https://t.co/8gXLyeyYWE">pic.twitter.com/8gXLyeyYWE</a></p>— Trader Tardigrade (@TATrader_Alan) <a href="https://twitter.com/TATrader_Alan/status/1745614817933787645?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2024</a>
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<p>However Tardigrade’s chart analysis suggests that BTC/USD is currently in a consolidation phase, waiting for a breakout. Meanwhile, the recent daily candle close has sparked anticipation for more significant price movements.</p> 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-derivatives-markets-a-balancing-act">Derivatives Markets: A Balancing Act</h2> 
<p>Derivatives markets, a significant driver of <a href="https://markets.coinpedia.org/bitcoin/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bitcoin price</a> dynamics, are showing signs of neutrality. Despite the recent price progress, funding rates across exchanges have <a href="https://www.coinglass.com/FundingRate">undergone a broad reset</a>. Notably, major exchanges like Binance, OKX, and Bybit now exhibit neutral funding, a contrast to the elevated rates observed in recent weeks.&nbsp;</p> 
<p>The open interest, while still elevated, has <a href="https://twitter.com/glassnode/status/1745076908063158438">dipped below</a> levels witnessed in early December. The current state of derivatives markets sets the stage for sustainable Bitcoin price gains.</p> 
<p>Trending Topic These Days: <a href="https://coinpedia.org/beginners-guide/what-is-bitcoin-halving/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bitcoin Halving 2024: Why It Matters &amp; What To Expect</a></p> 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-institutional-presence-and-bitcoin-supply-squeeze-concerns">Institutional Presence and Bitcoin Supply Squeeze Concerns</h2> 
<p>The debut of U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) brought attention to the potential impact of institutional investors on Bitcoin’s supply dynamics. While some worry about a supply “squeeze” if institutions demand significant stocks, others see this as a positive catalyst for existing holders.&nbsp;</p> 
<p>Daniel Roberts, CEO of Bitcoin miner Iris Energy, raised concerns about an increasingly illiquid market, particularly if ETFs acquire a significant portion of the available Bitcoin.&nbsp;</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">There's a major issue with the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a>    ETFs, which few are acknowledging.<br><br>We've never had an ETF where the underlying has a limited supply. <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f62c.png" alt="😬" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;"><br><br>If ETFs buy the 30% of available <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a>, or those holders also refuse to sell, then we have a major problem. <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f627.png" alt="😧" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;"> <a href="https://t.co/yxpF0AQTL5">pic.twitter.com/yxpF0AQTL5</a></p>— Daniel Roberts (@danroberts0101) <a href="https://twitter.com/danroberts0101/status/1745321975227019729?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 11, 2024</a>
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<p>Despite the debates, notable figures in the Bitcoin community, including Adam Back, CEO of Blockstream, remain unfazed, asserting that there is no impending problem.</p> 
<p>As Bitcoin enthusiasts navigate the evolving landscape, these three factors paint a promising outlook for the cryptocurrency’s future price movements.&nbsp;</p>

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