Bitcoin Surpasses $65,000 Milestone for the First Time Since 2021, Triggering Volatility and Losses Across Altcoin Market

In the dynamic world of cryptocurrency, Bitcoin’s recent performance has once again captured the attention of investors and enthusiasts alike as it edges closer to its previous all-time high of approximately $69,000, a milestone achieved in 2021. Despite a minor setback of 1.81 percent on Tuesday, Bitcoin surged to a notable peak of $65,036 within the span of just 24 hours, reflecting a remarkable upswing in its value. This surge amounted to a substantial increase of $1,551 during this brief timeframe, signaling bullish sentiment in the market fueled by various factors including institutional demand, the proliferation of spot Bitcoin ETFs, and anticipation surrounding the impending halving event.

Edul Patel, CEO of Mudrex, shared insights into Bitcoin’s upward trajectory, citing data from IntoTheBlock which indicates a noteworthy five percent year-to-date rise in the number of whales holding at least 1,000 Bitcoins. Additionally, Patel highlighted the significant proportion of Bitcoin addresses currently in a profitable state, with 97 percent of all addresses reflecting gains. Furthermore, with approximately 70 percent of the total circulating Bitcoin supply held by long-term investors who have maintained their positions for over a year, there is a clear indication of growing confidence and commitment to the digital asset as a long-term investment.

Meanwhile, Ethereum, often regarded as the second most valuable cryptocurrency, experienced a temporary setback after a sustained period of upward momentum. Trading at $3,450 at the time of writing, Ether witnessed a slight decline in value over the past day, amounting to a modest decrease of $23.

Despite this recent dip, market analysts highlight Ethereum’s impressive performance over the years, with the asset witnessing a staggering 128 percent increase in value over the past year and an exponential surge of 804,027 percent since its inception in 2015, when it traded at a fraction of a dollar. These statistics underscore Ethereum’s enduring relevance and potential as a leading player in the cryptocurrency ecosystem, despite occasional fluctuations in its market value.

“While market pullbacks are normal during an uptrend, they can prompt anticipation and uncertainty as investors await the market’s next move. The decision by the Ethereum Foundation to liquidate $13 million (roughly Rs. 107 crore) worth of ETH has raised concerns among investors, as such actions are often seen as precursors to market shifts. Presently, ETH has a strong resistance at $3,750 (roughly Rs. 3.10 lakh) and $4,000 (roughly Rs. 3.31 lakh),” the ZebPay trade desk

The overall valuation of the crypto sector has risen by 5.17 percent in the last 24 hours. It’s worth currently stands at $2.5 trillion (roughly Rs. 2,07,29,000 crore), as per CoinMarketCap. In the last few days, BTC dominance on the crypto market stands at 52.5 percent.

“We are also seeing the rise of meme coins, with roughly seven meme coins now ranking among the top 100 cryptos by market cap. With a total market cap of over $54 billion (roughly Rs. 4,47,746 crore), the rise of meme coins indicates a shift in investor interest towards this bucket of crypto assets. However, with the rise of the crypto market comes retail FOMO, which may have induced speculative buying. In terms of stablecoins, Tether’s USDT touched $100 billion (roughly Rs. 8,29,160 crore) market cap as a result of increased market participation,” Parth Chaturvedi, Investments Lead at CoinSwitch Ventures