U.S. investor activity in Bitcoin seems to be picking up, with the Coinbase Premium Index recently turning positive for the first time since mid-December 2024.
This development points to a shift in sentiment among institutional players, who often favor Coinbase for executing large-scale trades.
CryptoQuant’s analysis attributes this uptick to a rise in demand following the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs, which has positioned the U.S. market as a key driver of Bitcoin’s current trajectory.
The report also noted a significant outflow of over 4,000 BTC from Coinbase earlier this week, suggesting accumulation by larger investors eager to capitalize on the current market dynamics.
Bitfinex analysts have observed easing selling pressure that previously dragged Bitcoin prices to a December low of $91,000. They point to tightening liquidity, with the Liquidity Inventory Ratio (LIR) plunging from 41 months of coverage in October to just 6.6 months.
This rapid shift mirrors conditions seen during Bitcoin rallies in early 2024, hinting at a brewing demand-driven price movement fueled by reduced availability of BTC on the market.
Metaplanet has stepped up its commitment to Bitcoin by securing $21.25 million through its latest bond offering, the company’s 14th in a series of ongoing capital raises tied to its aggressive crypto strategy.
Bitcoin has reached a major benchmark in its battle against traditional financial benchmarks, with its value relative to the S&P 500 hitting a record high of 17.725 on May 8.
A well-regarded crypto analyst believes that Bitcoin (BTC) could experience a final, explosive rally before the current market cycle concludes.
Dan Tapiero, a seasoned macro investor and hedge fund manager, sees potential for a significant Bitcoin surge if the U.S. economy hits a downturn that pushes the Federal Reserve toward aggressive rate cuts.