From last week it has felt like most crypto market participants are exhausted. After a whirlwind of meme coin pumps, dramatic price swings, and sentiment whiplash, it's easy to see why many are feeling that way. This editorial is from last week's edition of the Week in Review newsletter.

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino predicts bitcoin users will transition to quantum-resistant addresses long before advanced computers pose a genuine threat to its cryptography, though millions in lost coins — potentially including Satoshi Nakamoto's stash — could face risks.

Macroeconomic factors pose a threat to crypto traders as tightening liquidity looms. Bitcoin, the largest crypto by market cap, has recorded significant gains since the United States elections, leading to bullish projections this year.

Digital asset exchange Binance has recorded surging inflows following a drop in Bitcoin price. This liquidation has wiped out billions in value from the crypto market, increasing sell pressure.

Bill Barhydt, CEO of Abra Global, has shared his thoughts on the future price of Bitcoin and top altcoins in a recent X post. Just like many other analysts, Barhydt projected Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), and XRP to reach a new height this year.

Renowned financial educator Robert Kiyosaki recently expressed his preference for gold and Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) over saving in dollars, stirring up discussions in the financial world. What Happened: In a post on X on Saturday, Kiyosaki voiced his opinion on the value of gold and Bitcoin in comparison to the dollar.

Market confidence in the near term could be key to the cryptocurrency's fortunes.

Bitcoin has struggled to keep pace with gold in 2025, as geopolitical instability and Trump's trade war policies push investors toward traditional safe-haven assets. Gold Outperforming Bitcoin in 2025 Bitcoin, which outperformed most asset classes last year, is now lagging behind gold, as investors flock to stability amid growing geopolitical tensions.

In the past week, Bitcoin recorded a net negative performance translating into a 5.73% decline in market prices. However, the premier cryptocurrency boosted its market dominance amid this turbulence as the altcoins suffered a larger collective loss.

Bitcoin has faced volatility and selling pressure since the start of February, dragging down altcoins and meme coins as bearish price action takes over the market. Bulls are showing signs of exhaustion, and analysts are calling for a broader correction, suggesting that BTC could see further declines before finding solid support.

Once is not a habit, the French government once again shows its blatant distrust towards bitcoin.

Bitcoin hovers near a critical support zone, leaving traders on edge. Will it rebound toward new highs or face a sharp correction?

With Solana's performance falling against Bitcoin, key metrics could dictate where the altcoin goes next.

According to insights gathered by Google Trends, interest in the search terms “bitcoin” and “bitcoin price” has diminished over the past month, and even more so in the last week.

The financial elite is gradually abandoning gold for Bitcoin. This massive adoption could redefine the role of digital assets in the economy.

This trading week proved rather turbulent for Bitcoin as the premier cryptocurrency fell to as low as $91,000 on Monday amid concerns of a potential trade war between the US and Canada, Mexico, and China. Though Bitcoin soon made a sharp recovery rising briefly above $102,000, the flagship cryptocurrency currently trades above $96,000 in what appears to be a range-bound market.

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The move builds on its successful bitcoin futures trading and is set to strengthen Brazil's cryptocurrency market.

Bitcoin has recently experienced a decline, with its price dropping to approximately $96,800, reflecting a growing sense of caution in the market. This downturn comes after a period of significant growth, largely driven by a surge in new investor interest.

Bitcoin's recent price action tells a story of resilience mixed with caution. After briefly crossing the much-anticipated $100,000 mark, it pulled back, reflecting BTC's struggle to keep its foot down.

Hong Kong authorities have reportedly recognized Bitcoin and Ethereum as valid proof of assets for investment immigration applications.

Social volume data from November showed that spikes in engagement related to selling were indeed followed by price hikes.

The excitement surrounding Bitcoin (BTC) is intensifying across the U.S. after Donald Trump's presidential win, with Kentucky recently joining the movement to establish a state-backed Bitcoin reserve.

Tron is on fire this year, beating even Bitcoin in price performance. Yes, you read that right.

On-chain data shows the Bitcoin investors with no history of selling are back to intense accumulation, a sign that could be bullish for BTC's price.

Over the past hour, bitcoin has oscillated within a narrow corridor of $95,850 to $96,240, its market cap anchored at $1.90 trillion. Daily trading activity tallied $48 billion, while intraday price fluctuations stretched from $95,676 to $100,097, reflecting a market teetering between hesitation and ambition.

The United States' adoption of the Bitcoin reserve is still up in the air, even as individual states increasingly warm up to the cryptocurrency. Anticipations of President Donald Trump embracing the asset this year spark both excitement and criticism.

A Florida senator has introduced a new bill to support Bitcoin investments in the state.

Given his penchant for blazing trails, it makes sense that Trump would want the U.S. sovereign wealth fund to buy a bunch of Bitcoin.

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Bitcoin falls 5% as Trump's trade war fears rattle markets. BTC faces key resistance at $98,900, while Best Wallet Token ($BEST) surges in presale demand. The post Will Trump's Tariffs Boost Bitcoin: Down 5% Again appeared first on Cryptonews.

A Beijing court has sentenced Hao Gang, a former deputy director of the Beijing Financial Bureau, to 11 years in prison for bribery and Bitcoin-related money laundering.

Bitcoin is climbing, and if Russian mining firm BitRiver is right, we could see BTC at $160K by the end of the year. With institutional adoption growing and market momentum picking up, this could be the spark that ignites the next wave of altcoin and meme coin mania.

PNC, one of the United States' largest banks, has revealed its growing exposure to Bitcoin through a $67 million investment in a Bitcoin ETF, as outlined in a recent SEC filing.

A crypto strategist known for making timely Bitcoin (BTC) and altcoin calls believes XRP will soon print new all-time highs if one key condition is met. Pseudonymous analyst DonAlt tells his 646,600 followers on the social media platform X that XRP may soar past $3.

Most of the coins are in the red zone at the beginning of the weekend, according to CoinMarketCap.

Blockchain data tracker Whale Alert recently reported a significant movement of $424 million worth of Bitcoin (BTC) across three separate transactions during the last 24 hours.

Bitcoin is currently trading within a well-defined range, fluctuating between its all-time high of $109K and range lows around $89K. The market remains highly volatile, with uncertainty dominating sentiment as traders await a decisive breakout.

The stock market has always been a strong indicator for crypto movements and again this time it might be sending a warning signal for the crypto market, Bitcoin and Ethereum. According to analyst Bennett, the S&P 500 is struggling to break through its range of highs, and this could spell trouble for cryptocurrencies.

A new financial trend is gaining momentum across the United States as more states explore integrating Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies into their public funds strategy. With 16 states actively discussing or proposing legislation to include digital assets in their state budgets, it's clear that a shift in fiscal policy is underway.

Bitcoin has experienced significant price swings in the past 24 hours, briefly surpassing the $100,000 mark before retracing. The sudden drop reflects the ongoing market uncertainty, with traders reacting to short-term volatility.

A new Arizona bill aims to protect residents from Bitcoin ATM scams following an incident where a woman lost $17,000 to fraudsters.

Arizona has taken the initiative to curb scams and frauds in Bitcoin ATMs, a menace that has been growing over the last few years. According to reports, the state is looking at passing a bill that will crackdown on the illegal activities being carried out using the machines.

If you're interested in where crypto could be headed in 2025, then the new "Big Ideas 2025" report from Ark Invest is a must-read. It lays out what could be coming next for cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms, and smart contract blockchain networks.

Bitcoin ETFs saw a net inflow of $171 million to close out the week positively while ether ETFs experienced no net inflows or outflows, ending a six-day streak of positive inflows. Bitcoin ETFs Close the Week With $171 Million Inflow Bitcoin ETFs experienced a net inflow of $171 million on Friday, Feb.

Analyst and trader Jason Pizzino is saying that the crypto market is possibly at the tail end of the cycle. In a new video, Pizzino tells his 348,000 YouTube subscribers that for the current cycle, most of the gains “have been had already.

Even if you factor in the recent wobble, Bitcoin (BTC -2.11%) has been on a tear recently. It's gained almost 55% in the past six months, setting new all-time highs as quickly as Michael Phelps in an Olympic swimming pool.