This rise in open interest indicates more people trading and speculating on Bitcoin price movements.
By Leon Okwatch
Edited by Julia Sakovich
Updated
3 mins read
Bitcoin has surged past $65,000, sparking optimism among traders who now set their sights on the $71,500 mark. This optimism is fueled by recent market trends and a notable increase in Bitcoin futures contracts’ open interest.
Bitcoin recently surpassed the $65,000 mark, prompting speculation among traders betting on further upward movement. Open Interest, which measures the total number of outstanding futures or options contracts, has surged by 13% in recent days.
High open interest usually means more trades and activity, showing sustained interest and possible market fluctuations. This rise in open interest indicates more people trading and speculating on Bitcoin’s price movements.
Pseudonymous trader Rekt Capital highlighted via X on July 16 that breaching $65,000 historically positions Bitcoin within a range that often leads to gains towards $71,500. This trend has repeated several times this year, stressing its significance.
A move to $71,500 would set Bitcoin on a trajectory to surpass its all-time high of $73,649, achieved on March 13.
The moment Bitcoin breaks $65,000 (blue) is the moment Bitcoin will form a new red cluster of price action
Breaking $65,000 would mean price would be ready to move inside the $65,000-$71,500 region$BTC #Crypto #Bitcoin https://t.co/yxOhRsmVU9 pic.twitter.com/TZMP37ufjx
— Rekt Capital (@rektcapital) July 16, 2024
Another pseudonymous crypto trader and analyst, Mags, drew parallels with Bitcoin’s past performances, noting similarities with previous bullish cycles. Mags noted that following a drop below the 200-day moving average in August 2023, Bitcoin saw a significant rebound once it rose above the metric. Such historical patterns suggest a potential move towards $70,000 or higher in the near term, depending on market sentiment and external factors.
Despite the bullish sentiment, significant short positions in the market face potential liquidation if Bitcoin reaches $71,500. Data from CoinGlass indicates approximately $1.47 billion in short positions could be at risk, highlighting the volatility and risk management challenges in cryptocurrency trading.
The coming days will be crucial as Bitcoin’s price movements influence broader market sentiment and investor strategies. Traders are advised to approach the market with cautious optimism amid Bitcoin’s recent price movements.
Bitcoin surged more than 10% in the last week, breaking through the crucial $65,000 barrier and reaching highs around $66,100. Bitcoin is currently trading above $65, 205 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average (SMA), indicating strong upward momentum.
A significant support line at $63,850 on the BTC/USD hourly chart reinforces bullish sentiment. Resistance lies ahead at $66,000, with further barriers at $66,500, $67,200, and $68,000, which could push Bitcoin towards $70,000 if surpassed.
Technical indicators show bullish signs, with the hourly MACD gaining momentum in favor of buyers and the RSI above 50, signaling strength. Traders are closely watching these levels for potential upward movement. At the same time, traders are monitoring external factors, such as Mt. Gox repayments, which have the potential to significantly impact the market.
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