Why Bitcoin’s Future Could Be Bigger Than Gold

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Is Bitcoin Becoming Scarce?

👋 Hey Crypto Enthusiasts! Today we’re covering Bitcoin’s potential, dwindling exchange reserves, whale activity, and a significant milestone for Bitcoin ETFs.

🚀 Big Predictions for Bitcoin’s Future

Today, Bitcoin holds strong around the $72,000 level, sparking renewed optimism across the market.

Starting with Erik Voorhees, an early Bitcoin advocate and CEO of ShapeShift, who shared a bold vision: Bitcoin could eventually surpass major assets like gold, the U.S. dollar, and oil.

His rationale lies in Bitcoin’s capped supply of 21 million coins, making it scarce in a way that other assets simply aren’t. While gold can be mined and dollars printed in response to demand, Bitcoin’s supply remains fixed, creating a unique position for it as demand rises.

This idea of scarcity is echoed by recent market trends showing Bitcoin reserves on exchanges have hit record lows, suggesting that many investors are moving their coins into private wallets for the long haul.

When Bitcoin is withdrawn from exchanges, it’s a sign of confidence, as these holders are less likely to sell anytime soon. With fewer coins available for trading, prices can increase as demand intensifies- a factor potentially supporting Bitcoin’s current $72,000 level.

Meanwhile, Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. are on the brink of a historic milestone, with combined holdings approaching one million BTC.

If reached, this would position ETF issuers as some of the largest Bitcoin holders, rivaling even the rumored stash of Bitcoin’s anonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. This rapid accumulation reflects growing interest from traditional investors who see Bitcoin ETFs as a bridge to the crypto market, increasing demand even further.

Together, these events signal a moment of convergence: limited supply, rising demand, institutional interest, and market confidence all appear to be strengthening Bitcoin’s position. As investors keep an eye on these trends, they highlight Bitcoin’s growing popularity as a valuable asset and its potential to rise further from the $72,000 mark.

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Will ETH Pump Next?

Ethereum has faced criticism this cycle for underperforming compared to Bitcoin, Solana, and other altcoins. In the previous cycle, Ethereum thrived with the DeFi boom and NFT hype, but this time, the excitement is centered around meme coins, which are mainly launched and traded on Solana due to its lower fees and faster transaction speeds.

However, some analysts, like Max, believe Ethereum might be nearing a turnaround. Based on past cycles, Max suggests Ethereum may bottom out against Bitcoin in the last quarter of 2024 and begin a recovery over the following six months. The current low sentiment around Ethereum could even be a signal that it’s close to its bottom.

If Ethereum does reverse, we will see a renewed surge in its ecosystem, with meme coins and DeFi gaining traction. Popular Ethereum Layer 2 solutions, such as Base, may also draw significant attention if Ethereum’s price takes off. So, it’s worth keeping an eye on Ethereum’s potential for a comeback.

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Lark Davis - BITCOIN EMERGENCY (30.10.2024 Summary)

Lark Davis recently sounded the alarm on an emerging “Bitcoin supply crisis.” Huge amounts of Bitcoin are being bought up by Wall Street through ETFs- $870 million in a single day, for example.

• Just this month, institutional buyers have snapped up nearly six months' worth of new Bitcoin supply. With limited availability on exchanges, this intense demand could drive prices higher as supply and demand play out.

Lark also noted that Bitcoin is close to reaching its previous all-time high. If history repeats, we might see a brief price dip before another big rally, similar to the 2020 cycle. Meanwhile, altcoins like Ethereum and Cardano are gaining traction. Projects are even working to link Bitcoin and Cardano, giving both networks a boost in liquidity and functionality.

With these trends in mind, it’s worth watching how growing institutional interest might shape the crypto market in the coming months.

Ivan On Tech - BITCOIN: I CANT BELIEVE THIS! (30.10.2024 Summary)

Ivan on Tech shared insights on Bitcoin’s recent jump past $73,000.

• Major inflows into Bitcoin ETFs and a strong market trend have pushed the price up, yet surprisingly, excitement across social media has been lower than expected. Ivan thinks this may be due to many investors sitting out or under-invested, which could signal room for further price growth if these funds re-enter the market.

He also noted that rising stablecoin issuance and massive investments from institutions like BlackRock indicate that this bull market is just heating up. Rather than overanalyzing, Ivan believes now is the time for optimism, with Bitcoin potentially heading toward $100,000 in the coming months.

Meanwhile, quality altcoins like Solana are gaining attention as meme coins lose some steam. According to Ivan, this could be a shift toward more sustainable, long-term investments in the crypto space.

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