BTC bulls are targeting $64K, eyeing $68K as the next resistance level.
Can they overcome four days of failed attempts to push BTC above this key target?
Bitcoin [BTC] bulls are targeting the $64K mark, a key level last reached during the late August rally, making it a critical turning point.
To avoid repeating past downturns, bulls must counter any bearish pressure. If successful, the next resistance could materialize around $68K.
Bitcoin: Bull run hinges on $64K
Source : Coinalyze
The current cycle closely resembles the early August trend, with BTC rising to $64K after retracing below $55K. However, the 18-day surge then was marked by inconsistent bearish pressure.
In contrast, while this cycle shows more consistent green candles, the growth rate is less steady, causing volatility among stakeholders.
As a result, instead of rate cuts boosting bullish sentiment, ongoing volatility has kept BTC from retesting $64K, currently trading at $63,543 – marking the fourth straight day below this benchmark.
Additionally, this benchmark has been tested five times since March, when BTC reached its ATH of $73K. Notably, it was only in July that bulls prevented a pullback, pushing BTC to $68K.
Simply put, the $64K mark has been a crucial turning point for Bitcoin.
While volume indicators point to a bullish trend, the real challenge is whether other investors will back a breakout or if bears will once again block BTC’s ascent.
Current price may be out of reach
Over the past two days, BTC trading volume on CEXes has plunged from $17B to $6B. This sharp drop could amplify volatility, shaking investor confidence in a potential trend reversal.
The chart below might indicate a potential market top, often coinciding with reduced trading activity on CEXs.
Conversely, when exchange volumes spike during sharp BTC declines, it frequently presents an ideal dip-buying opportunity.
Source : CryptoQuant
Per AMBCrypto, reduced exchange activity might suggest two possibilities: either investors are cashing in on gains from the September cycle, or they are waiting for a dip to buy BTC at a lower price.
If this trend holds, it could certainly set the stage for a resurgence of positions shorting Bitcoin. Consequently, a chance at a breakout may falter. However,
There might still be hope
As the most volatile month comes to a close, the potential for “Uptober” could signal a bullish turning point for the market, a glimmer of hope illustrated in the chart below.
On the day Bitcoin experienced a minor 0.37% decline, the RPL ratio dropped, indicating losses. However, since then, a majority of transactions have occurred higher than the original acquisition price.
Source : BGeometrics
Adding to this analysis, large transaction volumes have surged, with transactions exceeding $100K seeing significant activity.
Clearly, bulls are pushing against the resistance that has held Bitcoin below the $64K benchmark. Currently, the sharp decline in CEX volume is reinforcing short dominance, acting as a barrier.
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However, if the market stabilizes, as evidenced by sellers realizing profits, FOMO could incentivize a longer-term commitment.
Ultimately, monitoring CEX volume alongside speculative market activity is crucial. Their dominance may push BTC back below $60K if unchecked.
