As Bitcoin (BTC) struggles to hold its ground at the crucial $30,000 mark, the digital currency's on-chain data suggests that a price decrease may be imminent.
Despite its resilience in the face of industry setbacks and macroeconomic uncertainty, BTC is currently trading at $29,217, down 0.88% in the last 24 hours, potentially signalling an upcoming downtrend.
BTC's price action has been influenced by a mix of strong earnings reports from tech giants like Microsoft, Google, and Meta, as well as concerns about lagging Q1 GDP growth and struggles in the banking sector.
As the market braces for the FOMC interest rate decision and further banking sector developments, Bitcoin's vulnerability to a price decline becomes increasingly apparent.
Prominent traders have voiced concerns over an emerging lower high on the daily chart, as BTC's price has dipped back below the 20 Day MA, removing key support and exposing the digital currency to the risk of a significant downward slide.
Indicators such as the RSI and MACD provide little reassurance, both pointing towards a bearish outlook.
On-chain data reveals a duality in the market, with larger players accumulating against holder supply distribution.
However, the growing inflow of BTC from cold storage into exchange wallets indicates that holders may be positioning themselves to lock in profits in anticipation of a price drop following a possible rejection at $30,000.
This has led to a state of cautious anxiety in the market, with the outcome of the battle for $30,000 likely to be a determining factor in Bitcoin's trajectory in the coming months.
The current market conditions, combined with the slipping support from the 20 Day MA and the bearish indicators, suggest that Bitcoin may be on the
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