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 <p class="paragraph">Veteran <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="trader" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/trader.html">trader</a> <em>Peter Brandt</em> has sparked significant discussions in the cryptocurrency sector with his latest forecast, suggesting that Bitcoin (BTC) could potentially approach its previous highs if it continues to follow a classic bullish <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="pattern" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/pattern.html">pattern</a>.</p>
 <p class="paragraph">In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter) on May 2, Brandt presented a scenario where, by sustaining its current stability and upward momentum, Bitcoin might witness a substantial <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="price" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/price.html">price</a> increase, nearing&nbsp; its historical peak values.</p>
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  <figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Bitcoin price analysis chart. Source. TradingView/Peter Bandt</em> <br>
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 <p class="paragraph">This optimistic outlook, however, has not been well embraced. Some skeptics have questioned Brandt’s credibility, given his previous predictions suggested both a correction to $40,000 per BTC and the possibility that Bitcoin had already reached its peak.</p>
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 <p class="paragraph">Despite these criticisms, he remains optimistic in his belief that Bitcoin is on a bullish path.</p>
 <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-peter-brandt-s-perspective-on-bitcoin-s-attributes">Peter Brandt’s perspective on Bitcoin’s attributes</h2>
 <p class="paragraph">In his latest blog, Peter Brandt highlighted several unique aspects of Bitcoin that set it apart: non-hackable, limited quantity, globally accepted, trackable, and almost instantly transactional. Additionally, Bitcoin’s <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="price" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/price.html">price</a> behavior is notably distinct, according to him.</p>
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  <p class="paragraph">Not only have the major advances in BTC been of a parabolic nature, but of parabolic on a log scale. I can find no other stock, commodity, or publicly traded asset that can make the same claim.</p>
  <p class="paragraph">Peter Brandt</p>
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 <p class="paragraph">This assertion underscores his confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term value and distinctive market behavior.</p>
 <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="market-reactions-and-analyst-perspectives">Market reactions and analyst perspectives</h2>
 <p class="paragraph">Critics of Peter Brandt<em>‘</em>s forecast recall his earlier inconsistent predictions, but he holds firm on his current bullish stance, underscoring the importance of adaptability in successful trading. On the supportive side,<em> Marco Johanning</em>, a noted crypto analyst, reiterated a bullish sentiment on social media:</p>
 <p class="paragraph">&nbsp;“We are in a bull market, and this is merely a correction, not a rally in a bear market,” suggesting confidence in the market’s potential for a rebound.</p>
 <p class="paragraph">Contrarily, <em>Scott Melker</em> presents a more cautious perspective, highlighting the lack of key support levels, which, if not maintained, could precipitate a further drop to as low as $52,000.</p>
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    <p lang="en" dir="ltr">$BTC Daily<br><br>Broke and retested range lows as resistance. Nothing but air until around $52,000 on the chart.<br><br>My biggest concern I have been discussing for months (in newsletter) is that RSI never made the trip to oversold. <br><br>Almost there now, all lower time frames oversold.<br><br>This… pic.twitter.com/5YZTWipBo8</p>— The Wolf Of All Streets (@scottmelker) May 1, 2024
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 <p class="paragraph">By press time, Bitcoin was trading at $63,870, marking daily gains of almost 6%. On the weekly chart, BTC showed a modest increase of less than 1.5%. For Bitcoin to initiate a sustained rally, it requires bullish momentum to push the asset towards the $65,000 threshold. However, Bitcoin currently remains vulnerable to a potential drop to $60,000.</p>
 <p class="paragraph">This period of uncertainty is critical for <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" title="trader" href="https://thebittimes.com/tag/trader.html">trader</a>s and investors alike as they weigh the mixed signals and brace for potential shifts in the market’s direction.</p>
 <p class="paragraph">Whether <em>Brandt</em>’s bullish scenario will materialize remains an open question, but the ongoing debate illustrates the dynamic and unpredictable nature of the cryptocurrency landscape.</p>
 <p class="paragraph"><strong><em>Disclaimer</em></strong><em>:</em><em> The content on this site should not be considered investment advice. Investing is speculative. When investing, your capital is at risk.</em></p>
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