Bitcoin bears threaten to end the recent bullish streak as smart money starts taking profits. Will bullish sentiment prevail?

Adding proof of reserves will head off concerns about Coinbase's perceived lack of transparency.

The cryptocurrency market is buzzing with excitement, especially for Bitcoin (BTC). Following a surprisingly strong performance in September, often referred to as “Rektember,” many traders and investors are feeling optimistic about what lies ahead.

Bitcoin's (BTC) usual strong performance in October is threatened by high open interest in futures contracts and flattening buying activity by spot investors, according to the Sept. 30 edition of the “Bitfinex Alpha” report.

The chief executive of market insights firm CryptoQuant says that the US is regaining its dominance of Bitcoin (BTC) holdings. In a new post on the social media platform X, Ki Young Ju says that the US recouping its BTC dominance is being driven by demand for spot market exchange-traded funds (ETFs). “The U.S.

CNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. On today's show, Bill Barhydt of Abra discusses crypto's performance in the third quarter and his expectations through the end of 2024.

According to recent data, the premium for bitcoin in South Korea briefly turned into a discount last week, a rarity since October 2023. While the premium quickly bounced back, it's still hovering just below 1%. Bitcoin Sees Steep Discount in South Korea, Premium Quickly Rebounds but Stays Below 1% On Sept.

Ohio state senator Niraj Antani has introduced a bill that would enable residents and businesses to pay their state and local taxes using cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). What Happened: While the proposed bill aims to position Ohio as a pioneer in crypto adoption, it faces a steep climb toward becoming law.

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Bitcoin's price correction is driven by a weakening global economy, conflict in the Middle East, and concerns over an AI bubble.

Cryptocurrency markets are trading lower to start the new week after record inflows into Bitcoin ETFs last week. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $63,431.9 -3.6% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,589.2 -2.8% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $154.6 -2% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.118 -7.2% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001779 -8.4% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increased by 6.05% and daily active addresses spiked by 4.9%.

Bitcoin price shed close to $1,000 during the last hour alone, even though sticking above the $64,000 price mark so the correction in the cryptocurrency market is probably just short-term. It was a relatively big drop before the most awaited speech of the US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell at Nashville, Tennessee.

The US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has maintained a dovish stance on being able to bring inflation down to their target of 2%. While speaking at the 66th NABE annual meeting, Powell also hinted that any more potential rate cuts this year would be based on the incoming inflation data.

What factors are driving the demand for Bitcoin ETFs?

Three of the largest cryptocurrencies are stumbling today. Here's why.

Bitcoin mining giant CleanSpark (NASDAQ:CLSK) is betting big on the next crypto bull run, as CEO Zach Bradford told Bernstein analysts that the company plans to aggressively expand mining capacity ahead of and expected Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) price surge. What Happened: "I believe we could see Bitcoin peak just under $200,000, sometime in the next 18 months,” Bradford told Bernstein analysts in an interview.

Bitcoin and altcoins are witnessing end-of-month volatility, but traders remain upbeat about October due to the crypto market's history of strong performance in Q4.

The cryptocurrency market appears to be gearing up for its next upward trend as several key indicators, including Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) Exchange Flow Multiple, show signs of accumulation. What Happened: The Exchange Flow Multiple (30-day/365-day) – an indicator measuring the ratio between short-term and long-term inflows and outflows of Bitcoin on exchanges – has reached its lowest point this year, suggesting decreased volatility in Bitcoin exchange flows, according to CryptoQuant.

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The head of blockchain analytics platform CryptoQuant thinks Bitcoin (BTC) is right in the middle of a bull cycle, despite a dip to start the week.

Bitcoin (BTC) is showing signs of a potential parabolic rally in October. A combined reading of some on-chain metrics signals that the king coin is poised to move toward the $73,000 price mark.

Raphael Bostic, the President of the Federal Reserve of Atlanta, has hinted that he might favor another 50 basis point rate cut in November if US Job data improves. This conditional expectation is not unheard of as other Federal Reserve officials have hinted.

Recent data reveals that bitcoin wallets holding between 0.1 and 1 BTC have grown by an impressive 9,563 since the year began. Meanwhile, the number of crab wallets containing 1 to 10 BTC has shrunk by 7,783.

Prominent cryptocurrency trader Eugene Ng on Saturday shared his trading reflections for September, highlighting a successful month that saw him net nearly $7 million in profits. What Happened: His keen market strategies and timely decisions during a pivotal period have led him to predict a significant upcoming surge in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and other leading cryptocurrencies.

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It's difficult to find a more fundamental threat to Bitcoin's continued existence than mining centralization.

The Bitcoin exchange-flow multiple value is now at a similar low point as when BTC price rallied around 46% in 2023.

Ohio State Senator Niraj Antani introduced legislation aiming to legalize Bitcoin (BTC) and other crypto payments for taxes and fees in the state of Ohio and its local political subdivisions. The bill — introduced on Sept.

Could Bitcoin's historic “Uptober” returns repeat themselves this year, especially after its best September performance ever, or are we set for a new twist in Bitcoin's price action? October brings back hopes As October rolls around, the Bitcoin (BTC) community

On-chain data shows minimal retail involvement in the current crypto rally, hinting at potential further price increases.

After bitcoin's recent surge above $66,000, bullish sentiment flooded the market. But could this be why the coin failed to unlock $70,000?

Investors piled into Bitcoin investment funds and crypto ETPs, with more than $1 billion in inflows over the last week.

Bitcoin's price has fallen by over 3% in the past 24 hours, amid a "long squeeze" in the perpetual futures market, according CryptoQuant.

As Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) prices dropped below $64,000 in Monday trading, veteran crypto analyst DonAlt sees potential for a significant breakout but urges traders to remain cautious. What Happened: In the latest podcast update, DonAlt highlighted the importance of Monday's monthly close, noting it could be “the 18th close above $65,000 or above $58,000 rather.

Kamala Harris has done nothing to confirm she will support or protect the industry so far, while her political opponent is going above and beyond for it.

Eric Balchunas, the most authoritative voice in the field of ETF pundits, recently explained that Pennsylvania-based financial titan Vanguard is not willing to touch Bitcoin exchange-traded funds, mainly due to the fact that it is generally not interested in commodities.

Bitcoin has remained above $60,000 for the past two weeks, holding strong as the broader crypto market bulges. This steady performance is fueling optimism among traders and investors alike.

Bitcoin-gold tensions flare as Peter Schiff contends Bitcoin is unworthy of its spotlight due to its lack of real-world use and scarcity.

MicroStrategy could soon have bigger bitcoin pockets than Grayscale.

Bitcoin could see a major price rally in the months following the U.S. presidential election, according to CK Zheng, Chief Investment Officer at ZX Squared Capital. Per a report by Brayden Lindera for Cointelegraph, Zheng believes — regardless of which party wins– that neither candidate has sufficiently addressed the growing U.S.

A new week has started with a market correction, according to CoinStats.

Ohio Senator Niraj Antani introduced a bill to legalize cryptocurrency payments, including Bitcoin, for state and local taxes.

Bitcoin (BTC) faces increased bearish pressure, as a divergence on the 4-hour chart suggests a possible correction toward $60,000.

Bitcoin and cryptocurrency stocks retreated on the final trading day of September, following a rally the previous week. Despite the pullback, the crypto market remains on track to post a positive month, with Bitcoin leading the way.

Altcoins are midway through a robust season, propelled by Bitcoin's impending consolidation.

CleanSpark CEO Zach Bradford told Bernstein he's expecting a post-election bump in markets.

Bitcoin has surged by 26.2% since early September, crossing the $65,000 mark. With October historically being a strong month for BTC, could this be ‘Uptober'?