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Bitcoin Breaks Past 71000 For First Time Ever Overtaking Silver’s Market Cap

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Bitcoin Breaks Past $71,000 For First Time Ever, Overtaking Silver’s Market Cap

By Brenda Ngari – March 11, 2024

Bitcoin has registered a significant milestone, eclipsing the market capitalization of silver as it topped $71,000 for the first time ever.

The world’s largest and oldest crypto has been on a steady uptrend since the landmark approval of the spot BTC exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US. BTC jumped past the $70,000 threshold for the first time in history on March 8. The Bitcoin price hit a high above $70K then, followed by a swift correction to the mid-$68,000 zone. Days later, BTC has burst above $71K, logging a fresh all-time high.

Bitcoin Breaches $71,000

Bitcoin was trading for $71,733 at press time, a 2.9% jump over the last 24 hours. According to CoinGecko data, the alpha crypto has gained roughly 10.4% over the past week and 53.1% during the last month.

Following the new record high, Bitcoin has become the eighth-largest asset in the world after its market capitalization surpassed the $1.383 trillion market cap of silver, the second-biggest precious metal in the world.

Bitcoin boasts a market value of $1.409 trillion, trailing behind Microsoft, Apple, Nvidia, Saudi Aramco, Amazon, and Google parent company Alphabet. Gold has long held the top spot with its $14.685 trillion market cap.

The bullish BTC rally comes on the back of a very successful week for spot ETFs. As per data from BitMEX Research, these products witnessed more than $2.2 billion in inflows last week. As of last Friday, BlackRock’s IBIT spot ETF had amassed approximately $13.6 billion in assets under management.

Since their debut, the ETFs have absorbed 4.06% of the current Bitcoin supply, as observed by Dune. At this rate, ETFs are projected to suck up 8.65% of the BTC supply annually.

Another factor boosting the price of Bitcoin is the approaching halving event, in which the amount of BTC given as a reward to Bitcoin miners for processing new blocks on the network will be slashed in half. This April halving will see the reward lowered to 2.125 BTC from 6.25 BTC, subsequently reducing the amount of Bitcoin issued every day by circa 900 BTC, worth roughly $73 million.

Meanwhile, other major cryptos, including ether (ETH), have also seen substantial gains, with the second-largest jumping above the $4,000 milestone. Ether has some bullish news of its own as a catalyst this week. In just two days, the Dencun upgrade will go live. Dencun is expected to dramatically enhance network scalability and reduce transaction fees for Layer 2 blockchains.

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Here Are The Most Bullish Bitcoin Predictions For 2024

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Here Are The Most Bullish Bitcoin Predictions For 2024

By Olivia Brooke – March 10, 2024

The most valued cryptocurrency by market capitalization has maintained its position above $60,000 for over ten days. With a continued increase in price value, market participants are making bold long-term and short-term predictions for the asset. The bullish sentiments are mostly backed by a handful of fundamental factors that key players expect to drive prices to new highs.

Making a bullish price forecast, on-chain analyst Willy Woo is convinced that Bitcoin can go above $100,000 within the next 22 months. As such, Woo expects Bitcoin to maintain stability above its current levels for the rest of 2024.

He cites BlackRock and Fidelity as factors that could propel this price upswing.

As he explained in a post shared with X, formerly Twitter,

“BTC price will go past $125k minimum before the end of 2025 just from Blackrock and Fidelity clients if they rotate 3% exposure to Bitcoin. These are their most optimistic portfolio allocation recommendations: Blackrock ($9.1T): 84.9% and Fidelity ($4.2T): 3%.”

Responding in affirmation to comments from an X user, who insisted that the prediction was rather conservative, the on-chain analyst noted that the prediction was modest as it is only $13.3 trillion of the $500 trillion global wealth.

Peter Brandt increases his Bitcoin price prediction to $200,000

Bernstein analysts recently made another bold price prediction led by Gautam Chhugani. The analysts observed that Bitcoin is on an 18-month path to $150,000. They credited the price upsurge to the unprecedented institutional adoption.

Peter Brandt, the CEO of global trading firm Factor LLC, has recently emerged as one of the most bullish crypto proponents.

The veteran crypto trader made an even more bullish prediction after Bitcoin surpassed $57,000, following the approval of 11 Bitcoin Spot ETFs. Brandt raised his initial price prediction by $80,000.

"With the thrust above the upper boundary of the 15-month channel, the target for the current bull market cycle scheduled to end in Aug/Sep 2025 is being raised from $120,000 to $200,000 … A close below last week’s low will nullify this interpretation.” Peter Brandt wrote.

As demand for ETFs intensifies, market players firmly hold on to their bullish take. The upcoming halving scheduled for April is another factor that could boost price value.

Bitcoin was trading for $69,385 at this time while the market continued in an upward direction. Analysts are calling $80,000 a near-term price point for Bitcoin.

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Gold Price Forecast – March 2024

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Gold Price Forecast – March 2024

Key Takeaways

The gold price is still trading above $2,000 an ounce despite a challenging scenario.

The demand for gold from jewellery, the industrial sector and central banks remains strong.

The price of gold could find a new positive impulse above $2,070, while a decline below $1,980 would denote weakness.

Gold Forecast for March

Despite a challenging environment, gold is still trading above the $2,000 an ounce mark. What are the main market drivers for gold to monitor in March, and what could we expect from the price of gold in the next few weeks?

Let us explore the scenario, starting with a brief macroeconomic analysis.

Gold and macroeconomic scenarios

In February, the US Dollar remained strong, while bond yields extended the rebound that started in the first weeks of the year. The latest inflation data released in the United States was hotter than expected (3.1% vs forecasts of 2.9%), indicating a prolonged journey towards the Federal Reserve’s 2% target. This situation has reduced the pressure on the Fed to cut rates from the current record level of 5.50%. Investors are now fairly convinced that any reduction in borrowing costs won’t commence until at least the May meeting, possibly even June.

This persistent hawkish stance has not dampened enthusiasm for equities, while Bitcoin has returned above $50,000.

In this context, gold found itself in a less favourable position, with alternative assets temporarily diverting investor interest away from precious metals. Despite this, gold exhibited little volatility. The only significant decline was triggered by the release of the US inflation at higher-than-expected levels – but gold demonstrated resilience, quickly recovering to surpass the $2,000 mark.

Gold Market Drivers

The timing of the next moves from central banks remains the key market driver for gold. Any news of sooner-than-expected rate cuts could lift up bullion prices, while further hawkish rhetoric could be a bearish catalyst for gold. Also, the geopolitical situation needs to be monitored carefully, with the demand of gold as a safe haven investment that could increase in case of escalation of tensions in the Middle East. As we will analyze later, the physical demand of gold remains strong, supporting the market.

Gold Technical Analysis

In the first six weeks of 2024, bullion oscillated in a tiny lateral trading range between $2,000 and $2,060. The dip following the US inflation data was quickly absorbed, confirming the solidity of the market.

From a technical perspective, a clear surpass of the resistance levels of $2,070-2,080 could pave the way for further gains, with the next target on the record high around $2,130. Should bearish impulses take hold, the first support levels are placed at $1,980, aligning with February’s low, and $1,930, at the bottom reached in November 2023. For now, the low of last October at $1,810 seems a distant threshold.

Gold demand

In a recent report, the World Gold Council highlighted that “2023 was marked by surprising resilience in jewellery and technology demand”, adding that it “considers it likely that last year’s levels will be repeated in 2024”.

Moreover, “central bank buying maintained a breakneck pace, with annual net purchases of 1,037 tonnes, almost match[ing] the 2022 record”. The robust demand from the jewellery and technology sectors and central bank acquisitions have compensated for the outflows experienced in the ETF sector. This trend will likely continue in March and the next few months, with central banks remaining active buyers while the demand from passive funds remains weak.

Carlo is an external market analyst for Kinesis Money. With a credential background in Economic Finance and International Exchange (MA), Carlo’s critical analysis of gold and silver markets’ performance is frequently quoted by leading publications such as Forbes, Reuters, CNBC, and Nasdaq.

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Cardano May Have Just Ignited Game-On Face For 10 ADA Price’ In This Super Cycle

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Cardano May Have Just Ignited Game-On Face For ‘$10 ADA Price’ In This Super Cycle

By Brian Njuguna – March 9, 2024

As positive crowd sentiment engulfs the crypto market after Bitcoin breached the all-time high (ATH) price of $69,000, Cardano (ADA) seeks to ride on this wave by mimicking its last bull run.

Taking on X, formerly Twitter, leading market analyst Ali Martinez pointed out that if this historical pattern saw the light of day, ADA could surge to the $10 price level.

Martinez noted, “Cardano seems to be mirroring its previous bullish cycle. If this pattern continues, we could witness a brief correction before ADA goes parabolic toward $10.”


Source: Ali Martinez

Cardano hit $3 during the last cycle after surging by more than 3,200%. Therefore, if ADA follows in these footsteps, Martinez believes the $10 price threshold will be in the offing as the eighth-largest cryptocurrency will have soared by more than 2,000%.

Since Cardano has broken out of a cup & handle formation that came to light in June 2022, ADA is likely to smash the $3 price level this cycle.

Cardano Experiences Heightened Network Activity

Based on CoinGecko data, Cardano has already recorded a 47.5% monthly surge, and increased network activity has played an instrumental role in this uptrend.

Specifically, ADA has been depicting strong network engagement and increased investor interest thanks to rising transaction volume and active daily addresses.

Cardano was hovering around the $0.7 level at press time, according to CoinGecko.

Top crypto analyst Dan Garmbadello recently echoed Martinez’s sentiments that Cardano was eyeing a parabolic movement since it had broken out of a major structure.

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Bitcoin Explosion To 300000 Looms Tether Co-Founder Opines Here’s Why This Bull Rally Could Be The Biggest’ One Yet

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Bitcoin Explosion To $300,000 Looms, Tether Co-Founder Opines. Here’s Why This Bull Rally Could Be The ‘Biggest’ One Yet

By Brenda Ngari – March 8, 2024

After Bitcoin (BTC) recently hit a new all-time high above $70,000, analysts and investors are looking out for the next potential milestone for the maiden cryptocurrency.

Tether pioneer William Quigley suggests the ongoing bull run could outshine all previous ones, and there is room for BTC to surge to as high as $300,000.

Bitcoin On Track For $300,000?

This current Bitcoin bull run stands out in several ways. For one, as Tether co-founder William Quigley explained in a recent interview with CNBC, the market is in “better shape” fundamentally than it was before the May halving in May 2020. He cited the shiny new spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and the high derivative volumes.

Bitcoin’s upswing in recent weeks has coincided with the accelerating inflows into the spot ETFs. Notably, these products have amassed more than $53 billion in assets under management as of March 7 since their debut in January.

Quigley noted that the upcoming block subsidy halving typically drives the price of Bitcoin higher. In his view, should history repeat itself with a successful breakout higher, BTC price will be targeting prices north of $300,000 — a 350% growth from its current price level.

“I’m not predicting this, I’m just saying if you apply historical patterns, it would suggest Bitcoin being in excess of $300,000 at the peak of this next bull market,” Quigley clarified.

Bitcoin investors have historically welcomed the quadrennial halving event, which cuts the rewards earned by miners by half. The next halving is anticipated in mid-April, a countdown clock indicates.

“Bitcoin is maybe the only globally traded asset that I know of whose demand is purely based on sentiment,” the Tether co-founder posited.

“There’s not a Bitcoin company, there’s not a Bitcoin price-to-earnings ratio, it’s just a sentiment-driven token. And what you can say about that is sentiment has no limits. You can always be more optimistic, and so this rally may be the biggest we’ve seen.”

Concerns Over BTC Price Pullback Remain

While halving is considered a bullish tailwind for BTC prices, not everyone is feeling hopeful about what the coming months hold.

Venturefounder, a contributor to blockchain analytics provider CryptoQuant, postulated that both Bitcoin and the largest altcoin, Ethereum (ETH), must make a more decisive break of current all-time highs. He referenced the impending decision over whether or not to greenlight U.S.-based spot ETH ETFs.

“If BTC and $ETH fail to make a definitive new ATH breakout in March, I think it’s more likely we see more downside in April/May leading to the halving and ETH ETF approval,” he predicted.

According to Venturefounder, “March is probably the most important month of this cycle following such bullish February month.”

Moreover, JPMorgan analysts have previously suggested in a research report that the halving will hurt miners’ profitability, given the slashed rewards and higher production expenses, which ultimately could lead to Bitcoin falling to $42,000 “once Bitcoin-halving-induced euphoria subsides after April”.

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Gold Price News: Gold Extends All-Time Highs

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Gold Price News: Gold Extends All-Time Highs

Gold prices extended their recent gains on Thursday to hit fresh all-time highs of over $2,160 an ounce.

Prices notched up a high of $2,164 an ounce on Thursday, compared with around $2,148 an ounce in late deals Wednesday.

Several bullish factors have combined to propel gold prices to record highs in recent days. In particular, weaker economic data from the US has prompted traders to up their bets on an interest rate cut in June. Data from interest rate traders now indicate a probability of just over 70% for the US Fed to start cutting rates at its June 12th meeting, of which most expect a 25 basis-point cut and a minority gunning for a 50 basis-point cut.

Any lowering of interest rates reduces the appeal of holding cash or government bonds, and boosts interest in non-yielding assets like precious metals.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell was quoted on Wednesday saying the central bank needs more evidence that inflation is easing before going ahead with interest rate cuts, although he also signalled that rates have likely reached their peak at the current 5.25-5.5%, in comments to a congressional hearing.

The market’s expectations on monetary policy have also coincided with a period of strong central bank buying of gold in recent months, which has been further augmented by a risk premium due to geopolitical instability and the risks this poses to commerce and financial markets.

Looking ahead, the markets will be watching out for monthly US non-farm payrolls figures on Friday as well as the unemployment rate for February for a further health check on the state of the US economy.

Frank’s experience covering the commodities markets spans 22 years, with a particular specialism in metals, carbon and energy markets. He has worked as a senior editor for S&P Global Commodity Insights (formerly Platts) and before this, at ICIS-LOR, a part of Reed Business Information (Reed Elsevier), where he covered the petrochemicals markets from 2003 to 2005.

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Satoshi’s Prophecy: Another Bank Plummets While Bitcoin Soars

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Satoshi’s Prophecy: Another Bank Plummets While Bitcoin Soars

By Bary Rahma
7 March 2024, 00:30 GMT+0000

In brief

NYCB's stock value plummeted over 40% amidst financial health concerns, while Bitcoin soared to a new high of $69,000.

The bank's struggles, including a $2.4 billion loss and leadership changes, contrast starkly with Bitcoin's robust growth.

Bitcoin's demand surges as shown by record-high accumulation addresses and ETF holdings, despite potential corrections.

In a dramatic turn of events that echoes the prescient warnings of Satoshi Nakamoto, the creator of Bitcoin, the financial system witnessed another stark contrast between the faltering traditional banking sector and the growing cryptocurrency market.

The spotlight shone brightly on New York Community Bank (NYCB), which experienced a precipitous decline in its stock value. It plunged over 40% in the wake of alarming revelations about its financial health and management disruption. This turbulence occurred against Bitcoin’s 58% year-to-date ascent to a fresh all-time high of $69,000.

NYCB Goes Bust While Bitcoin Hits Record Highs

The plight of NYCB, a regional lender based in Hicksville, New York, became public knowledge when it disclosed a “material weakness” in its internal controls. This led to a staggering $2.4 billion loss for shareholders last quarter.

A leadership reshuffle compounded the bank’s woes. Alessandro DiNello assumed the roles of president and CEO while a series of credit rating downgrades pushed NYCB’s debt into junk territory.

This series of misfortunes mirrored the earlier collapse of First Republic Bank. Therefore, it hinted at a potential systemic issue within the regional banking sector. Still, NYCB grappled with its internal turmoil and secured a major cash infusion amid the possible erosion of depositor confidence.

“In evaluating this investment, we were mindful of the Bank’s credit risk profile. With the over $1 billion of capital invested in the Bank, we believe we now have sufficient capital should reserves need to be increased in the future to be consistent with or above the coverage ratio of NYCB’s large bank peers,” Former United States Secretary of the Treasury Steven Mnuchin said.


NYCB Price Performance. Source: TradingView

This financial distress starkly contrasted with the flourishing crypto market. Unprecedented investment and accumulation of Bitcoin have signaled a robust vote of confidence from both new and veteran investors.

Significant inflows into accumulation addresses underpin Bitcoin’s resilience and growth. Likewise, growing exchange-traded fund (ETF) holdings reflect an increasing Bitcoin demand that contrasts with the instability plaguing the traditional banking industry.

This divergence reflects a broader shift in investor sentiment, seeking refuge in what many perceive as a more decentralized and secure financial future.

“The total Bitcoin holdings of accumulation addresses also reached record-high levels. The total holdings at these addresses are now 1.5 million Bitcoin. These addresses denote investors that only accumulate Bitcoin and have never sell, so the accelerating growth in their Bitcoin holdings is a sign of strong demand,” analysts at CryptoQuant told BeInCrypto.


Bitcoin Accumulation Addresses. Source: CryptoQuant

However, it is not all smooth sailing for Bitcoin. Despite the growing demand and reaching new price heights, other indicators suggest Bitcoin might be entering an overheated phase. These metrics reveal a complex time where rapid gains could precipitate equally swift retractions.

 

“A short-term pause/correction may be brewing as prices have increased too fast in relation to key on-chain metrics… Moreover, traders’ unrealized profit margins are now above extreme levels, which can anticipate selling pressure from these market participants,” analysts at CryptoQuant added.

As Bitcoin continues to chart its course, the fate of traditional banks may serve as cautionary tales for an industry at a crossroads, navigating the challenging waters of modern finance in the shadow of Satoshi Nakamoto’s remarks.

“Banks must be trusted to hold our money and transfer it electronically, but they lend it out in waves of credit bubbles with barely a fraction in reserve. We have to trust them with our privacy, trust them not to let identity thieves drain our accounts,” Satoshi Nakamoto wrote.

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Altcoins Are About to Explode Analyst Prediction For Ether Solana XRP Cardano Shiba Inu PEPE

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“Altcoins Are About to Explode” — Analyst Prediction For Ether, Solana, XRP, Cardano, Shiba Inu, PEPE

By Georgi Farfarov – March 8, 2024

Predictions and analysis come from many people in the dynamic crypto world. But recently, Michaël van de Poppe, a well-known crypto analyst, has made waves with his bold proclamation that this Bitcoin bull run is not just significant – it’s about to be a “giant” and possibly even a “supercycle.” In this article, we delve into van de Poppe’s insights and explore the implications of his prediction on the broader crypto landscape.

The Unusual Bitcoin Cycle

One of the standout features of van de Poppe’s analysis is his observation that Bitcoin has never reached an all-time high before its halving.

This altered occurrence has led the analyst to believe that the ongoing Bitcoin bull cycle holds extraordinary potential. Despite a recent correction that saw Bitcoin drop 8% from its $69,000 peak, van de Poppe remains optimistic, attributing the pullback to the natural flow of the crypto market.

Altcoins Positioned to Outperform Bitcoin

Contrary to the Bitcoin-centric focus that often dominates discussions, van de Poppe predicts that altcoins will be the real stars of the upcoming months.

Emphasizing their potential to outperform Bitcoin, he points to notable performers like Dogecoin (DOGE), Shiba Inu (SHIB), and Pepe (PEPE), which have made impressive moves in recent weeks.

Navigating the Crypto Landscape

While Robert Kiyosaki’s bullish prediction for Bitcoin reaching $100,000 by June 2024 sounds exciting, van de Poppe’s nuanced perspective offers a more detailed view of the crypto landscape. With his belief that altcoins like Ether, Solana, XRP, Cardano, Shiba Inu, and PEPE are about to dominate the current bull run, it’ll be interesting to see how both theories play out.

Expert analysis and predictions provide invaluable insights into the ever-evolving world of crypto. Michaël van de Poppe’s bold proclamation about the potential “giant” Bitcoin bull cycle and the anticipated outperformance of altcoins fuel the excitement surrounding crypto assets. The coming months promise to be dynamic, with altcoins potentially taking centre stage in the crypto arena.

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Pantera is Raising 250M to Buy SOL from FTX Estate: Report

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Pantera is Raising $250M to Buy SOL from FTX Estate: Report

Lucky Ebosele | Last updated March 7, 2024 | @ 14:43

Crypto-focused asset manager Pantera Capital is reportedly raising money from large investors to buy discounted Solana tokens from the bankrupt FTX estate.

Pantera Seeks to Raise $250M

According to a Bloomberg report that cited marketing materials sent to prospective investors, Pantera is seeking funds for the ‘Pantera Solana Fund,’ which would have the option to buy up to $250 million worth of SOL tokens from FTX at $59.95 or 39% below the average price over the past 30 days.

The report stated that investors would have to agree to a vesting period of up to four years in exchange for this discount.

Pantera was aiming to close the fund by the end of February, but it is unclear how much money they were able to raise. Investors participating in the fund must invest at least $25 million and have their SOL tokens initially locked and gradually vested over four years.

The asset manager plans to charge a management fee of 0.75% and a performance fee of 10%.

Pantera’s investment is an opportunity to capitalize on the discounted price of SOL and potentially profit as the Solana ecosystem grows. On the other hand, the deal will allow FTX to offload its SOL holdings and return value to creditors without putting immediate pressure on the token’s price.

SOL Performance Post-FTX Implosion

As of Wednesday, March 6, FTX held 41.1 million SOL tokens, worth approximately $5.4 billion in current prices and equivalent to 10% of the token’s total supply.

Since the FTX implosion in November 2022, SOL’s price has surged by nearly 4x after facing a tumultuous period. Over the past year, the token has jumped by approximately 650%, thereby increasing the value of FTX’s holdings and giving the firm the opportunity to fully repay creditors.

SOL was trading at $142.10 at press time, representing an 11.37% increase in the past 24 hours.

Disgraced FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) was a major backer of the Solana network. Moreover, FTX and its sister company, Alameda Research, were heavily invested in the Solana ecosystem.

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Gold price vs Bitcoin price record rally: Mixed market signals here’s what it all means Gareth Soloway

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Gold price vs. Bitcoin price record rally: Mixed market signals, here's what it all means — Gareth Soloway

(Kitco News) – Are the gold and Bitcoin rallies sending mixed messages to the market, and which narrative should investors pay attention to more? Gareth Soloway, Chief Market Strategist at VerifiedInvesting.com, breaks down the two signals.

Even though gold and Bitcoin rallied in tandem — the two assets sent different kinds of messages to the market about the global risk appetite, Soloway told Michelle Makori, Lead Anchor and Editor-in-Chief at Kitco News.

As Bitcoin topped $69,300 and set a new record high on Coinbase — the largest crypto exchange in the U.S. — on Tuesday, gold rallied to new all-time highs above $2,100 and even extended that rally the following day, trading above $2,150 an ounce.

A simultaneous record high for gold, a traditional safe-haven, is in contrast to Bitcoin, which still trades as a risk asset despite being viewed by some as a store of value, Soloway said.

"The risk-on environment is driving Bitcoin. We've seen the stock market making new all-time highs. The NASDAQ has been really running, but we've seen other sectors in the S&P lagging technology," he explained. "That's been driving the stock market in Bitcoin with money flow. There's also excitement about the spot ETF inflows. The talk has been contributing to this GameStop, AMC-type run in this asset."

In gold's case, Soloway points to smart money getting involved in the trade. "I'm convinced that smart money is at a point here where they're starting to say, this is a bubble in these risk assets, and therefore, they're rotating [into gold.] You got the momentum kicking in now," he said.

Soloway pointed out that viewing gold as unimportant is a mistake. "The central banks, the ones that print all the money, are buying the most gold," he said. "That's the smart money. Institutions and hedge funds are not so smart. They're included with everyone else, and they're running after Bitcoin. They're running after stocks."

What's next for Bitcoin

Soloway describes the recent Bitcoin rally as a "culmination of greed," with people chasing the market, which creates a highly volatile environment.

"Just looking at the last week, we're up from $50,000. The momentum of that carried up to this all-time high, but it's also known as a technical double top," he described. "There's notoriously going to be players that are selling into that level or shorting it. And when you get to this point of euphoria, it gets every last buyer in so that when those sellers and shorters start pounding it down, there's no one left to buy."

For Soloway's breakdown of Bitcoin's immediate support and resistance levels, watch the video above.

Soloway warns that if the stock market tops out and sells off, Bitcoin is at risk of following in its footsteps. "This has been my thesis for a long time — if the stock market sells off dramatically, Bitcoin comes in dramatic as well," he said.

In risk-off trading conditions, Bitcoin retraces back. For Soloway's price forecast in this scenario, watch the video above.

For insights on how steep the market selloff could be and the immediate triggers for the price reversal, watch the video above.

Soloway also reveals where he sees Bitcoin in May and at the year-end. For his longer-term price calls, watch the video above.

What's next for gold

This gold breakout, which has been long coming, is just the start for gold and gold miners, Soloway noted.

"This is huge for gold. We've been hovering right up against this level since the 2020 COVID run," he said. "You can calculate the next target via an inverse head and shoulders, and it gives us a $2,500 an ounce."

On when gold can hit this price target, watch the video above.

Soloway also breaks down the contradiction between gold reaching new all-time highs and gold ETFs continuing to see outflows.

"Gold has stayed so close to its all-time highs because there is demand. There's massive demand from governments stockpiling. It has to do with the debasement of currencies. These central banks know that they will have to, at some point, turn the printing presses on. How do you backstop your own? You have to buy that gold," he said.

For other assets, Soloway is bullish on going into the spring and summer, watch the video above.

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