According to Standard Chartered analyst Jeff Kendrick, bitcoin's fall earlier this year will trigger a new rally to $120,000 this quarter amid investors' strategic exit from US assets.
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First quarter was ‘most successful failure’ in crypto market history — Bitwise
Despite unprecedented developments in the crypto industry in the first quarter of 2025, the crypto market finished it in the negative territory, according to a review published by crypto asset management company Bitwise on April 16.
17 April
According to blockchain data provider Glassnode, the number of addresses holding from 1,000 to 10,000 bitcoins has increased from 1,944 to 2014 since March 5.
16 April
Bitcoin dives on uncertain US tariff policy
On Wednesday, Bitcoin continued its downtrend, dipping below $83,500 after briefly stabilizing the day before. Market pressure has escalated due to unclear signals from the Trump administration regarding tariff policies.
16 April
SEC delays decision on in-kind Ethereum ETF creation
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has delayed its decision on a crucial aspect of Bitcoin and Ethereum-backed exchange-traded funds (ETF). The postponement concerns the approval of "in-kind" ETF creation and redemption.
15 April
Public companies boosted their Bitcoin reserves by 16.1% (95,431 tokens) in the first quarter of 2025. According to Bitwise, their total Bitcoin holdings now stand at 688,000 BTC, worth roughly $57 billion.
15 April
CoinMarketCap informs that Bitcoin is expected to rise to $1.8 million by 2035 regardless of a recent decline in its price and decreased investor interest caused by global trade tensions.
14 April
Trump signed executive order to repeal DeFi-focused US IRS rule
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order repealing Internal Revenue Service demands for Decentralized Finance (DeFi). The federal agency considered DeFi brokers and required tracking and reporting user activity.
11 April
Cardano founder predicts Bitcoin to hit $250,000 in 2025–2026
Charles Hoskinson, the founder of the Cardano blockchain, told CNBC that the crypto market will grow and Bitcoin may hit $250,000 by the end of 2025. The key drivers will be the easing of global trade tensions, as well as the expected Federal Reserve’s (Fed) rate cut.
10 April
Paul Atkins has recently taken the helm of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). With the official holding office, there may be a sudden shift in how the agency regulates.
10 April
Bitcoin is becoming a more prominent player in international trade, especially for countries looking to bypass US control over their financial systems. This week, Russia and China announced plans to use the decentralized cryptocurrency for energy payments, Reuters said in a report.
10 April
Bitcoin is the first and most commonly used cryptocurrency in the world. It holds a prominent place in the digital economy and draws the attention of traders and investors. High volatility and a wide range of influencing factors make the forecasting of its price complicated and requiring complex analysis.
Successful bitcoin trading is based on analyzing market trends, fundamentals, and technical factors.
Key elements that determine the value of bitcoin include:
- Macroeconomic indicators such as Federal Reserve decisions, inflation rate, economic stability of major countries.
- Cryptocurrency regulations, which are the laws regulating digital assets, tax implications, and possible restrictions regarding cryptocurrency mining and trading activities.
- Market equilibrium, including the volume of bitcoins mined, the activity of major market players known as crypto whales, and the degree of institutional investor involvement.
- Geopolitical situation, reflected by economic restrictions, international crises and instability, which increase the interest in bitcoin due to its role as an alternative asset.
- Technological development, with updates to Bitcoin protocols, implementation of solutions improving scalability and security, along with the adaptation of new technologies such as artificial intelligence.
Major investors and funds also have a considerable impact on the movement of bitcoin prices. Their massive purchases or sales can cause sharp fluctuations in the exchange rate. In addition, the general sentiment in the crypto market determines the dynamics of BTC, creating periods of high activity and deep corrections.
Forecasting the price of bitcoin is a complex task, as it is formed under the influence of many factors. Successful trading strategies and investment decisions require a thorough analysis of the macroeconomic situation, politics, and investor sentiment.
