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Bitcoin (BTC) Price Nears ATH: 5 Reasons It Could Surpass Gold’s Recent Record

source-logo  crypto-news-flash.com 19 August 2024 04:52, UTC
  • Bitcoin’s strategic withdrawals and growing institutional interest signal potential for surpassing gold’s record.
  • Political factors and Fed expectations are key drivers behind Bitcoin’s current price momentum.

According to Coinglass data, strategic withdrawals from major platforms like Coinbase Pro and Bitfinex have led to the accumulation of over 23,000 BTC. Previously, CNF reported that Bitcoin accumulation mirrors 2019 levels, suggesting a $100K parabolic rally is imminent. This has also sparked speculation that certain altcoins are set to explode in price.

In brief, Bitcoin’s price surge is attributed to five key factors:

  1. Strategic Withdrawals: Over 23,000 BTC were strategically withdrawn from major exchanges like Coinbase Pro and Bitfinex, indicating strong confidence from long-term holders.
  2. Strong ETF Inflows: Significant investments from institutions like BlackRock and Fidelity have boosted Bitcoin ETFs, reflecting increased investor trust.
  3. Growing Institutional Interest: Companies like Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley are increasingly investing in Bitcoin ETFs, solidifying Bitcoin’s status as a credible asset.
  4. Political Influence: The U.S. elections are driving market optimism, with pro-crypto candidates contributing to Bitcoin’s positive outlook.
  5. Fed Rate Cut Expectations: Anticipation of a Federal Reserve rate cut is enhancing Bitcoin’s appeal as a hedge against inflation.

Mirroring previous events, Bitcoin surged past $61,000, fueled by $2.5 billion in stablecoin inflows. In our recent update, institutional investors, including Goldman Sachs, are boosting Bitcoin’s performance with increased activity in spot Bitcoin ETFs. As of now, BTC is trading at $58,723.47, down 1.62% in the past day but up 0.18% over the past week. See BTC Price chart below.

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