Is Crypto Taking a Breather? Bitcoin’s Sideways Shuffle

Bitcoin’s been hanging out in the $90,000-$108,000 range since December 2024, pretty much chilling in the middle. It’s had some ups and downs, but nothing too dramatic.

Bitcoin’s Chart: A Closer Look

Analysts are buzzing about Bitcoin potentially closing the month and week above some key levels. A close above $100,000 for the month would be a big deal, confirming a breakout. A close above $104,416 for the week could also be a significant signal, historically pointing to further price increases. One analyst, Rekt Capital, even suggests this could be the start of a major price rally in mid-February, part of a predicted “Post-halving Parabolic Phase.” They advise investors to hold onto their Bitcoin patiently.

Market Sentiment: Is the Hype Over?

Another analyst thinks the market’s a bit “bored” right now. They expected more excitement after some recent positive news. The lack of a strong price reaction suggests Bitcoin might stay in this sideways pattern for a while.

A report from Nansen suggests the market is currently “satiated.” Big bullish news, like the overturn of SAB 121 and the creation of a US Crypto Stockpile, haven’t moved the needle much. Even the news of Elon Musk’s government potentially using blockchain has been largely ignored. This suggests the market is currently more sensitive to bad news than good news. A recent market dip, triggered by something called “DeepSeek,” showed that buyer confidence is a little shaky, although Bitcoin’s reaction was milder than other cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin’s relative resilience highlights its position as a top choice in this new policy-focused market.