empty
11.01.2024 03:36 PM
The SEC has approved Bitcoin ETF applications

This image is no longer relevant

This week, the cryptocurrency Bitcoin experienced a sharp rise and surpassed the $45,256 level. It's worth noting that Bitcoin's quotes fluctuated between $40,746 and $45,256 for the past month. However, expectations related to the approval of applications for the launch of Bitcoin spot ETFs continue to drive the cryptocurrency upwards. In our view, Bitcoin has already appreciated significantly. We do not believe the cryptocurrency will reach $100,000 or $200,000 soon, but the market continues to buy coins, causing the price to rise. The next target is the $51,350 level.

We've previously mentioned that the cryptocurrency market is highly sensitive. A few years ago, any tweet from Elon Musk related to Bitcoin or Dogecoin would cause wild market fluctuations. This demonstrates how easily the market can be manipulated. Nowadays, Elon Musk no longer comments on various digital assets, but others have taken his place.

Almost all market participants believed that the SEC would eventually approve applications for introducing Bitcoin spot ETFs, with only a few doubters. However, just this month, there were two false reports. First, the Cointelegraph portal reported that the SEC had approved BlackRock's application. Later, BlackRock itself denied this information. Shortly after, Matrixport announced that all applications for spot instruments would be rejected, only to later describe the information as "hypothetical conclusions" rather than a factual "insider" statement. In each of these cases, the market reacted strongly.

Many traders rushed to buy and sell Bitcoin, with larger players profiting from the volatility. Even the well-known expert Michael van de Poppe tweeted that markets are easily manipulated. However, yesterday, on the official SEC website, information about the approval of applications for a spot Bitcoin ETF did appear, and just a few hours later, Gary Gensler announced a breach of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's website.

This image is no longer relevant

As a result, emotions surrounding the new investment instrument continue to run high, and the community continues to buy all available coins. Bitcoin could experience a correction soon, as the market has fully priced in the approval factor for spot Bitcoin ETFs. However, there are currently no signals for correction, so selling Bitcoin is not advisable.

On the 24-hour timeframe, Bitcoin has surpassed the $45,256 level. Thus, at the moment, buying remains the most logical and justified option, with targets set at $48,500 and $51,350. There are no sell signals or hints at selling at this time. We would only consider short positions after a bounce from any target level with the aim of the nearest lower level. However, the ascending trendline indicates a bullish sentiment's persistence, making purchases the preferable option for now.

Paolo Greco,
Analytical expert of InstaForex
© 2007-2025
Select timeframe
5
min
15
min
30
min
1
hour
4
hours
1
day
1
week
Earn on cryptocurrency rate changes with InstaForex
Download MetaTrader 4 and open your first trade
  • Grand Choice
    Contest by
    InstaForex
    InstaForex always strives to help you
    fulfill your biggest dreams.
    JOIN CONTEST

Recommended Stories

BTC/USD Analysis – March 18th: Bitcoin Prepares for Growth, but the Risk of Collapse Remains

The 4-hour wave structure for BTC/USD appears clear and well-defined. After completing a five-wave bullish trend, a bearish phase began, which currently resembles a corrective pattern. Based on this

Chin Zhao 09:47 2025-03-18 UTC+2

Trading Recommendations for the Cryptocurrency Market on March 18

Bitcoin and Ethereum buyers attempted to achieve more significant growth, and for a moment, the bullish market might gain hope for a return. However, they could not hold the achieved

Miroslaw Bawulski 08:00 2025-03-18 UTC+2

Bitcoin and Ethereum struggling to stay afloat

Bitcoin and Ethereum carry on with their efforts to grow, despite encountering difficulties each time. Nevertheless, the chances of a return to a bullish market remain quite high. After

Jakub Novak 09:32 2025-03-17 UTC+2

Trading Recommendations for the Cryptocurrency Market on March 17

Bitcoin and Ethereum continue to consolidate within their respective channels, allowing for the expectation of a continued bullish market. However, several technical factors must be met for this to happen

Miroslaw Bawulski 08:04 2025-03-17 UTC+2

Another Consolidation Before a Drop

Bitcoin and Ethereum continue their attempts to rise, but each time they face obstacles, suggesting that this is more of a consolidation phase within an ongoing bearish correction rather than

Jakub Novak 12:25 2025-03-14 UTC+2

Trading Recommendations for the Cryptocurrency Market on March 14

Bitcoin and Ethereum are currently consolidating within channels, creating conditions that may lead to further declines. While many experts agree that the lows have already been reached and an unstoppable

Miroslaw Bawulski 08:20 2025-03-14 UTC+2

Technical Analysis of Intraday Price Movement of Uniswap Cryptocurrency, Friday March 14, 2025.

From what is seen on the 4-hour chart of the Uniswap cryptocurrency, although currently still under pressure, is indicated by its price movement moving below the EMA (21) which

Arief Makmur 07:03 2025-03-14 UTC+2

Technical Analysis of Intraday Price Movement of Doge Cryptocurrency, Friday March 14, 2025.

With the appearance of Convergence between the price movement of the Doge cryptocurrency and the Stochastic Oscillator indicator, it gives an indication that in the near future Doge

Arief Makmur 07:03 2025-03-14 UTC+2

Bitcoin and Ethereum Buyers Struggle to Gain Control

Bitcoin continues its recovery after the major sell-off at the beginning of the week. However, yesterday's failure to break the weekly high casts doubt on the short-term bullish outlook

Jakub Novak 10:22 2025-03-13 UTC+2

Trading Recommendations for the Cryptocurrency Market on March 13

Bitcoin and Ethereum are locked within new channels. On the positive side, the intense selling pressure observed at the beginning of the week has subsided. However, there are concerns about

Miroslaw Bawulski 08:05 2025-03-13 UTC+2
Can't speak right now?
Ask your question in the chat.
Widget callback
 

Dear visitor,

Your IP address shows that you are currently located in the USA. If you are a resident of the United States, you are prohibited from using the services of InstaFintech Group including online trading, online transfers, deposit/withdrawal of funds, etc.

If you think you are seeing this message by mistake and your location is not the US, kindly proceed to the website. Otherwise, you must leave the website in order to comply with government restrictions.

Why does your IP address show your location as the USA?

  • - you are using a VPN provided by a hosting company based in the United States;
  • - your IP does not have proper WHOIS records;
  • - an error occurred in the WHOIS geolocation database.

Please confirm whether you are a US resident or not by clicking the relevant button below. If you choose the wrong option, being a US resident, you will not be able to open an account with InstaForex anyway.

We are sorry for any inconvenience caused by this message.