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Bitcoin Soars by $10,000 in a Week, Short Sellers Lose $3 Billion

Bitcoin surged by over $10,000 in a week, surpassing $70,000 for the first time since May, as short-sellers lost approximately $3 billion in 24 hours in the largest short squeeze since 2021. The rally was triggered primarily by the US Treasury's announcement to double its long-term bond buyback operations to support market liquidity, a move interpreted as a signal of potential monetary easing. This led to a drop in long-term Treasury yields and prompted traders to seek Bitcoin as a hedge. The price breakout accelerated automated liquidations of short positions that had accumulated during a prior six-week trading range. The surge coincided with renewed regulatory momentum, including President Trump's call for Congress to pass the CLARITY Act and a White House meeting with crypto industry leaders, reinforcing perceptions of a more favorable political environment. Major stock indices mostly rose in response to the Treasury's announcement, while Bitcoin's momentum indicators strengthened. The move marks a potential return to the $80,000 level last seen in May.

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Bitcoin Soars by $10,000 in a Week, Short Sellers Lose $3 Billion

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After Bitcoin's Sharp Surge to $79,300, Growth Potential Not Exhausted

The price of Bitcoin surged over 22% since Monday, reaching a local peak of $79,319 before correcting to around $77,000. This rally added over $450 billion to the total cryptocurrency market capitalization on August 21, with a $480 billion increase over five days to a peak of $2.66 trillion. The uptrend was fueled by a short squeeze, where rising prices forced short sellers to cover their positions, amplifying buying pressure. Critically, demand for Bitcoin has turned positive for the first time since its all-time high in October 2025, both in spot and perpetual futures markets, according to CryptoQuant's CEO. Analysts note that Bitcoin's breakout above the key resistance level of $75,733, indicated by its URPD metric, suggests further growth potential. The next significant liquidity and resistance zone is identified between $83,307 and $84,569. Sustained demand could push Bitcoin another 8.67% to 10.31% higher toward this range.

cryptonews.ruYesterday 19:19

After Bitcoin's Sharp Surge to $79,300, Growth Potential Not Exhausted

cryptonews.ruYesterday 19:19

QCP Capital Explains Bitcoin's Sharp Rise as Due to Falling U.S. Long-Term Bond Yields

QCP Capital's latest report explains Bitcoin's sharp rally from $64,000 to $79,000 in four sessions. Analysts attribute the surge to a reversal in the US long-term bond market. A sell-off pushed the yield on 30-year Treasuries near a 2007 high (~5.33%), prompting the US Treasury to announce expanded bond buybacks for liquidity support. This caused bond yields to fall, the dollar to weaken, and Bitcoin and gold to rise. QCP emphasizes this is not quantitative easing but a targeted liquidity measure. The pressure on long-term bonds is global, with yields rising in Japan and Europe. Competition for capital between sovereign debt and massive AI infrastructure financing is also cited. The initial Bitcoin breakout was driven by short covering rather than massive liquidations. However, the rally was later sustained by significant spot demand, including a $517 million net inflow into US spot Bitcoin ETFs—the largest since May. Options markets reacted, with Bitcoin's implied volatility rising sharply. Key upcoming events include July's US PCE inflation data and the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium. For crypto, QCP notes that while bond yields partially retraced their drop, Bitcoin and gold held most of their gains, highlighting their sensitivity to long-term yield and dollar movements. The report concludes that liquidity conditions, sovereign borrowing, and debt costs are now significantly influencing multiple asset classes, including crypto.

cryptonews.ruYesterday 14:23

QCP Capital Explains Bitcoin's Sharp Rise as Due to Falling U.S. Long-Term Bond Yields

cryptonews.ruYesterday 14:23

Expert Predicts Bitcoin Could Reach $90K in September

Expert Predicts Bitcoin Could Reach $90,000 by September Following its break above $78,000, Bitcoin could potentially reach the $84,000-$90,000 range in September under a favorable scenario, according to Kirill Komalenkov, Director of Strategic Communications at Bitbanker. A return to $100,000 is also possible but would require sustained capital inflows and softer US monetary policy expectations. The breakout above $78,000, a key technical level marking an exit from a multi-week trading range, was initially driven by the US Treasury's decision to significantly increase purchases of long-term bonds, seen by the market as reducing yield pressure and adding liquidity to risk assets. Institutional demand provided additional support, with US spot Bitcoin ETFs receiving $517 million in net inflows on August 19, the highest in over three months. A more positive regulatory environment following discussions at the White House and former President Trump's push for the Clarity Act also contributed. The rally was accelerated by one of the largest short squeezes in crypto market history over a two-day period, meaning part of the move was mechanical rather than fundamental. The next major resistance zone is $78,000-$82,000, where a large volume of coins was previously purchased. A successful break and consolidation above $82,000 could open the path to $84,000-$85,000 and then toward $90,000 in September. Komalenkov notes that sustaining the rally will require new real demand via the spot market and ETFs after the short squeeze subsides. Risks include hawkish Fed rhetoric, rising yields and dollar strength, a spike in oil prices, or selling by long-term holders, whose holdings decreased by approximately 356,000 BTC last month. A drop back below $74,000-$75,000 could trigger a correction toward $70,000-$72,000.

cryptonews.ruYesterday 11:26

Expert Predicts Bitcoin Could Reach $90K in September

cryptonews.ruYesterday 11:26

The Bear Market Has Ended, A New Bull Cycle Has Begun

**Title: Bear Market Over, New Bull Cycle Begins** Bitcoin surged over 20% in just three days, from a low of $64,100 on August 19th to a high of $79,500 by August 21st, marking a dramatic shift in market sentiment. This rapid rise triggered massive liquidations exceeding $4 billion, with short positions accounting for $3.7 billion—the largest short squeeze since 2021. The rally was fueled by several key factors. Macroeconomic conditions improved as the US Treasury doubled its long-term bond buyback size, easing pressure. Significant regulatory developments included a White House meeting where former President Trump urged Senate action on the CLARITY Act and hinted at potential US Bitcoin reserves, followed by the CFTC Chairman stating the agency would establish crypto market rules if the bill stalls. On-chain data revealed a fierce battle: large whales faced substantial liquidations on short positions, while others took profits or doubled down on longs. Major altcoins like ETH and XRP also saw impressive gains. Analysts are divided but increasingly bullish. Many, including CryptoQuant's founder, declare the bear market over and a new bull cycle begun. Price targets range from $100k by year-end to ambitious long-term projections of $200k. However, some caution against immediate chasing, noting overbought conditions and viewing the move as a potential "trap" ahead of the crucial September 15th Senate vote on the CLARITY Act. The market's next test is sustaining the momentum with real buying pressure, holding above key resistance near $78k-$80k, and watching ETF inflows and the upcoming regulatory vote.

marsbitYesterday 10:41

The Bear Market Has Ended, A New Bull Cycle Has Begun

marsbitYesterday 10:41

Ethereum Finally 'Bounces Back'! ETH Returns to the Golden Line, What's Different About This Rally?

Ethereum has surged above $2,300, a level not seen in over three months, marking a significant recovery and technical breakthrough by reclaiming key resistance levels, including the weekly EMA50 for the first time in the current bear market. The rally has been fueled by a combination of factors: improved market risk appetite, positive regulatory sentiment, and a major short squeeze where over 88% of recent ETH liquidations were short positions. The ETH/BTC ratio has also broken its long-term downtrend, indicating renewed strength for Ethereum relative to Bitcoin. Fundamentally, Ethereum spot ETFs have shown strong inflows, outperforming their Bitcoin counterparts in recent months. Wall Street institutions like Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan have notably increased their ETH exposure, while several banks have added or expanded positions in ETH ETFs. On-chain fundamentals remain robust, with the proportion of staked ETH reaching a new all-time high of nearly 33.7%. Data indicates long-term holding sentiment, as small wallet holdings increased while large outflows were often directed towards staking or contracts, not selling. However, potential headwinds include declining staking yields and community debate over proposals to adjust staking rewards at high participation levels. The upcoming Glamsterdam upgrade, featuring improvements to validator exit efficiency, could enhance liquidity and further attract institutional stakers. While the rebound is supported by sentiment, capital flows, and fundamentals, its sustainability hinges on continued positive developments.

marsbitYesterday 10:11

Ethereum Finally 'Bounces Back'! ETH Returns to the Golden Line, What's Different About This Rally?

marsbitYesterday 10:11

A 25% Weekly Surge: Bitcoin Breaches $79,000 Amid Mass Short Liquidations

Bitcoin surged above $79,000 on August 21, marking a 25% weekly gain. The rally was fueled by massive short liquidations exceeding $1.2 billion in 24 hours, catching many bearish traders off guard. Analysts are monitoring key levels. The $70,000 zone is seen as crucial for maintaining the bullish trend, while $73,000-$74,000 is a significant resistance area. Breaking and holding above this zone could pave the way for moves toward $83,000. Several traders, including Crypto Candy and Roman, noted the rapid achievement of earlier targets ($70,700 and $75,000) and acknowledge the possibility of a short-term pullback, but the overall structure remains bullish. Daan Crypto Trades emphasized the importance of Bitcoin closing the weekly candle above the 200-period Exponential Moving Average (EMA) around the $73k-$74k range for increased confidence in a move toward May's highs. From a data perspective, comparisons are drawn to similar short-squeeze events in the past, like August of the previous year and summer 2021, where sharp rallies preceded significant corrections. Some analysis suggests such derivative-driven spikes may not always reflect genuine spot market demand, raising the question of whether the momentum will sustain or if a retest of the $73,000-$74,000 support is imminent.

cryptonews.ruYesterday 09:46

A 25% Weekly Surge: Bitcoin Breaches $79,000 Amid Mass Short Liquidations

cryptonews.ruYesterday 09:46

Bernstein Interprets MRNA's 177% Surge: What's Fundamentals and What's Hype?

Bernstein's analysis of Moderna's 177% stock surge following positive Phase 3 results for its individualized neoantigen therapy (INT) in melanoma distinguishes fundamental drivers from market speculation. The clinical breakthrough is real: the INTerpath-001 trial met its primary and key secondary endpoints, providing crucial validation for mRNA technology in oncology beyond infectious diseases. However, Bernstein argues the magnitude of the stock move cannot be justified by this single trial's fundamentals alone. The surge was amplified by three key factors: 1) A re-rating of Moderna's mRNA platform potential for expansion into other cancers, 2) A massive short squeeze, given ~15% of shares were sold short pre-announcement, and 3) The compelling "cancer vaccine" narrative that fueled broader investor enthusiasm. While the melanoma success is significant, Bernstein cautions that replication in lung, kidney, and bladder cancers—which have different immunogenicity—is not guaranteed. Furthermore, INT's commercial model faces challenges: it's a personalized treatment, not a mass-market vaccine, implying higher production costs and potential margin pressures despite a projected multi-billion dollar peak sales opportunity. The report also notes sector rotation, with some funds moving from crowded AI/semiconductor trades into defensive healthcare stocks, adding further momentum. In conclusion, Bernstein maintains a "Market-Perform" rating and a $45 price target, far below the post-surge price. It views the current valuation as pricing in an optimistic multi-cancer platform success and efficient commercialization that are yet to be proven. The clinical inflection point is clear, but the earnings inflection point awaits validation across future trials and commercial execution.

marsbitYesterday 07:16

Bernstein Interprets MRNA's 177% Surge: What's Fundamentals and What's Hype?

marsbitYesterday 07:16

Bitcoin Short Squeeze Sent XRP Tumbling to $1.29 While Bitcoin Funds Held Steady

A sharp short squeeze in Bitcoin propelled XRP to surge by roughly 30% last week, trading near $1.29 and reaching its highest level in months. The rally, which saw XRP's best performance since early February, was primarily driven by events on Wednesday, including Bitcoin breaking above $72,000 and triggering a record $2.75 billion in BTC short liquidations. Market sentiment was further buoyed by the U.S. Treasury's announcement to increase long-term bond buybacks, seen as a sign of easing financial conditions. Interestingly, this price surge occurred even as demand from U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, which had previously fueled XRP's bullish momentum with 30 consecutive days of net inflows, appeared to subside. XRP's daily RSI reached 79.2, indicating the asset was entering overbought territory. While the token's price climbed, open interest for XRP began to decline by over 11% from its rally peak, suggesting some of the leveraged positions behind the rise were unwinding. At the time of reporting, XRP traded around $1.26, up 11.3% for the day and 23.1% for the week.

cryptonews.ruYesterday 05:30

Bitcoin Short Squeeze Sent XRP Tumbling to $1.29 While Bitcoin Funds Held Steady

cryptonews.ruYesterday 05:30

Bitcoin Briefly Surpassed $75,000: Short Squeeze Ignites Rally, ETFs and Strategy to Determine Bull Run's Sustainability

Bitcoin briefly surpassed $75,000, driven by a combination of factors including short covering, improved U.S. regulatory expectations, and easing macro pressures. The initial surge was triggered by positive policy signals, followed by a wave of forced short liquidations that amplified the move. However, sustained upward momentum now hinges on two key institutional capital channels: continued net inflows into U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs and the potential resumption of MicroStrategy's (Strategy) financing and Bitcoin acquisition cycle. Data shows U.S. Bitcoin spot ETFs have recorded significant net inflows recently, indicating institutional buyers are stepping in. Meanwhile, the recovery of MicroStrategy's preferred stock (STRC) price towards its $100 par value is seen as a prerequisite for the company to resume issuing debt to fund further Bitcoin purchases. The article suggests that for the rally to evolve from a short-squeeze into a sustained trend, these two sources of institutional demand must provide continuous buying pressure. Otherwise, the market risks entering a period of consolidation. For investors, the report highlights diversified portfolio products like MAG7.SSI and DEFI.ssi as tools to gain broad exposure to the crypto market's recovery while mitigating single-asset risk.

marsbitYesterday 04:51

Bitcoin Briefly Surpassed $75,000: Short Squeeze Ignites Rally, ETFs and Strategy to Determine Bull Run's Sustainability