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In an economic climate characterized by increasing monetary expansion and escalating geopolitical uncertainty, Bitcoin continues to gain momentum as a key financial asset. Recent developments highlight a structural shift toward digital assets, especially among institutional and corporate players.

In a recent interview, Eric Trump emphasized the global rush to accumulate Bitcoin, stating that everybody in the world is trying to hoard Bitcoin right now. He mentioned two primary races in the Bitcoin ecosystem. The first one is the accumulation race, led by figures like Michael Saylor (co-founder of MicroStrategy), and the second one is the mining race, which he wants to dominate through his company, American Bitcoin.

The decentralized perpetuals exchange Hyperliquid is generating more in daily fees than major blockchains like Ethereum and Solana, yet its native token, HYPE, remains locked in a tight consolidation range, creating a puzzle for traders.

The long-awaited “altseason” has not yet officially started, with a key market indicator showing Bitcoin is still firmly in control. However, technical analysts are now pointing to a compelling chart pattern that looks nearly identical to the setup that preceded the explosive 2021 altcoin rally.

Bitcoin is attracting interest this month, with analysts noting that it could revisit certain key price points. Analyst Plan B considers revisiting the RSI 75 level as ideal for to move beyond $130,000 by June. The market relies on conquering the $130,000 price point to sustain upward momentum.

As Bitcoin (BTC) continues to mature as an asset class, investors are no longer just watching its price; they’re now paying close attention to who’s holding Bitcoin and for how long.

Bitcoin holds steady near the $104K mark as altcoins underperform and market concerns grow. While Bitcoin bulls stay active, most altcoins remain stuck in a prolonged slump. The broader crypto market feels split, with Bitcoin leading the charge but dragging altcoins in tow.

XRP continued its upward momentum, trading at $2.19 (+2.2%) over the past 24 hours, as legal optimism grows around Ripple’s chances of success in its latest joint motion with the SEC. Meanwhile, Bitcoin (BTC) is holding strong at $107,019, gaining nearly 2% and showing signs of renewed bullish momentum on technical indicators, .

An old tweet from Elon Musk declaring, “Bitcoin is my safe word,” originally posted in December 2020, has resurfaced, notably amplified by X co-founder Jack Dorsey, when he brought on attention to Musk’s leanings towards digital currency, especially as current financial uncertainty and debates over U.S. government spending intensify.

Bitcoin took a bearish turn on Wednesday, retreating from its recent highs as escalating geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran pushed crude oil up more than 4% while BTC dropped from a daily high of $110K to trade at $107,657.61 at press time.

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The Bitcoin price is seeing renewed momentum heading into June 17, following a successful rebound from the $104,000–$105,000 demand zone. While bulls have reclaimed mid-Fibonacci support levels, the market still faces key hurdles near recent supply zones.

The crypto market is alive and kicking again, and this week’s price action has delivered the kind of excitement traders have been craving. Altcoins like AVAX have skyrocketed nearly 90%, while AAVE isn’t far behind with a 60% jump. But even with these big moves, it’s still Bitcoin that’s setting the pace, outshining most of the altcoin pack.

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Twenty One Capital’s co-founder, Jack Mallers, has announced via his X account that the Bitcoin treasury company has now implemented a Proof-of-Reserves protocol.

Bitcoin continues to hover below a critical resistance zone, maintaining a tight range after recent failed breakout attempts. Traders are closely watching for confirmation of either a bullish reversal or further downside as key momentum indicators remain mixed. Here’s a detailed look at the Bitcoin price today, current momentum, and what to expect next.

Bitcoin.com has opened its first Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regional office in Dubai at the DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) Crypto Centre. The website is a leading platform for crypto news, education, and self-custody tools, and with its addition, DMCC’s ecosystem now hosts over 650 firms spanning blockchain infrastructure, DeFi, tokenization, and metaverse services.

Bitcoin’s consolidation just above the $104,500 mark is being underpinned by a powerful trend: growing corporate adoption of the digital asset. Leading the charge is Strategy (MSTR), which now holds 580,250 BTC, establishing itself as the ultimate corporate bellwether for Bitcoin investment.

Bitcoin and Ethereum have always been bullish in the second quarter (Q2) for most of the years. 2025 is no exception, as both cryptocurrencies are rallying massively in Q2. After a volatile Q1, Bitcoin recovered to have an excellent Q2, and Ethereum followed its lead. Both assets are therefore set to extend gains.