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Bitcoin continues to hover around the $110,000 mark as traders remain vigilant for potential risks emerging from the ongoing Bitcoin Conference.
QCP Capital has raised concerns about historical volatility spikes associated with significant political speeches, prompting short-term traders to adjust their positions.
Meanwhile, Bitfinex has reported an increase in profit-taking activity and anticipates a phase of market consolidation, even as institutional interest provides substantial support.
As of May 27, Bitcoin has been fluctuating within a range of $107,000 to $110,000 in anticipation of the Bitcoin Conference taking place in Las Vegas, according to a market update from QCP Capital.
This relatively stable price behavior follows a week where the stock market saw gains while Bitcoin’s price remained stagnant, as noted in a Telegram update from the firm.
Institutional demand for Bitcoin spot ETFs remains robust, which has contributed to stabilizing prices in the current market environment.
However, the near-term implied volatility is on the rise, indicating that traders are preparing for potential headline risks associated with the conference, scheduled for May 27 to 29.
Trump’s Conference Speech Last Year Caused Major BTC Drop
QCP pointed to a significant precedent set during last July’s conference in Nashville, where volatility surged beyond 90 after a speech by Donald Trump, leading to a nearly 30% crash in Bitcoin’s price over two days.
Although a repeat occurrence is deemed unlikely, trader sentiment remains cautious, reflected in the decline of open interest in perpetual contracts and normalized funding rates.
Retail participation appears to be dwindling as prominent traders like James Wynn have begun to reduce their positions and demand for short-term downside protection remains high.
Market anxiety is further inflamed by unverified reports that Trump Media is contemplating a $3 billion cryptocurrency fundraising effort—a claim the company has refuted.
QCP anticipates that Bitcoin will likely remain within its current trading range until after the conference concludes, with volatility expected to decrease as the perceived risks dissipate.
QCP notes Bitcoin’s price stability between $107,000 and $110,000 is bolstered by consistent ETF demand. As the Bitcoin Conference unfolds this week, traders are exercising caution amidst heightened short-term volatility. Following the event, it is expected that market sentiment and volatility will stabilize.
Last week, Bitcoin surged past the $111,800 threshold, marking more than a 50% recovery from its lows in April.
Analysts from Bitfinex have characterized this uptick as both a psychological and technical hurdle, while also warning that a wave of profit-taking and subsequent consolidation may be imminent.
The rally, which originated after the market downturn on April 2 known as “Liberation Day,” has been driven by strong ETF inflows, heightened spot demand, and notable institutional activity.
Nonetheless, a surge in realized profits, exceeding $11.4 billion from short-term holders in just the past month, has led to immediate supply pressures.
Bitfinex analysts suggest that the current market phase resembles previous bullish cycles, wherein swift gains are succeeded by periods of consolidation.
They project a short-term range-bound market as leverage resets and spot demand stabilizes, with critical support identified around the $95,000 mark, which aligns with the cost basis for short-term holders.
Profit-taking is at elevated levels, nearing historical records for Bitcoin. Analysts caution that unless there is an influx of new capital to absorb this supply, upside potential could be stymied.
Strong Institutional Adoption Continues
Institutional adoption of Bitcoin remains vigorous. Recently, companies like Strategy, Semler Scientific, and Metaplanet have collectively acquired over 8,800 BTC, reinforcing Bitcoin’s status as a valuable long-term strategic asset amidst rising macroeconomic uncertainties and fiscal pressures in the U.S.
Matrixport recently reported that the current bull market is being primarily fueled by institutional investment, rather than the typical surge of individual retail buyers seen in earlier cycles.
“This rally is unfolding largely without retail participation,” the analysts observed. “In contrast to prior performances marked by retail enthusiasm, we are witnessing a distinct absence of retail momentum.”
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