Bitcoin sliding below $60k could cause panic selling – Crypto Analyst

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Many investors are nervous about the recent trajectory of Bitcoin, and prominent crypto analyst and FX Pro trader Alex Kuptsikevich has issued a stark warning: a decline below $60,000 might lead to a major panic sell-off in the cryptocurrency market.

The opinion of cryptocurrency traders is very clear: in order to build upward momentum, Bitcoin must cross the $65,000 barrier. But subsequent changes in the market have given a different impression. Though it momentarily reached $63,000 on Monday morning, traders are concerned about Bitcoin’s inability to maintain this upward pace.

Kuptsikevich said that a trend of lower highs and lower lows in the market has been seen, suggesting that investors have a propensity to sell into strength during price increases. 

The general pessimistic mood has been exacerbated by elements like miners selling off their assets and concerns about stricter restrictions pertaining to cryptocurrencies.

Kuptsikevich said, “A failure below $60K could trigger something of a panic sell-off,” highlighting how crucial it is to surpass the $65,000 threshold in order to create a more positive trajectory. 

According to him, a break above $65,000 and some consolidation at the 50-day moving average and the early-May reversal area might indicate that things are looking up for Bitcoin.

Furthermore, researchers at the cryptocurrency investment business Ryze Labs emphasized the increasing impact of short-term Bitcoin holders on the market. 

They pointed out that how these holders behave—they usually hold Bitcoin for under 155 days—could have a big effect on the dynamics of the market in the upcoming months.

According to historical statistics, periods in which a sizable fraction of Bitcoin ownership was held by short-term holders frequently followed notable price falls. Three such examples were cited by Ryze Labs, highlighting the possible influence of short-term holder behavior on market stability.

Although the price of Bitcoin may be supported at the moment by institutional demand and improved macroeconomic conditions, researchers warn that a waning of these factors could result in a recurrence of previous cycles and a large price decline.

With Bitcoin trading at $62,000 and Ethereum falling below $3,000, investors are still on guard. The latest Bitcoin halving event, which attempted to lower miner payouts and enhance scarcity, had a lackluster effect, but market dynamics are still unpredictable.

In conclusion, investors should keep a careful eye on important price levels and market indications in order to properly navigate future turbulence, even though the short-term destiny of Bitcoin is still unknown. Strategic positioning and well-informed decision-making will be essential for long-term success in the digital asset market as the crypto landscape continues to develop.

 

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