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Crypto Bull Run Begins? Bitcoin & Ethereum Surge Amid Conference Hype, ETF Launch

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  • Michael Saylor forecasts Bitcoin could reach $13 million per coin by 2045.

  • Hash ribbons indicator signals a buy, suggesting further positive price movement for Bitcoin.

  • Ethereum ETFs launch sparks buying interest; breakout above $3,400 could push ETH to $3,700.

The crypto market is on the upswing, thanks to the buzz around the Bitcoin Conference 2024 and the excitement over Ethereum ETFs. This renewed interest has sparked a surge in investor enthusiasm for digital assets.

As a result, Bitcoin has experienced an 8% recovery from a recent dip, while Ethereum’s price is currently hovering around $3,275.

Why Crypto Market Up Today

At the Bitcoin Conference, MicroStrategyโ€™s michael saylor shared his ambitious long-term forecast for Bitcoin. He predicted that while Bitcoinโ€™s annual growth rate might slow from 55% to 20% by 2045, its value could still skyrocket to an impressive $13 million per coin. This optimistic outlook coincides with Bitcoin recently surpassing $68,000.

Saylorโ€™s bullish stance is supported by microstrategy significant Bitcoin holdings. Over the past four years, the company has accumulated 226,331 BTC, now valued at around $15 billion.

Hash Ribbons Signal Buy!

The hash ribbons indicator, which tracks Bitcoinโ€™s hash rate moving averages, has just issued a buy signal. This indicator has only flashed a buy signal once in the past year and three times over the last two years, each time leading to a rise in price. The latest signal suggests Bitcoin might see more positive price movement soon.

Bitcoin Conference & The Crypto Impact

The recent surge in the crypto market is driven by the excitement surrounding the Bitcoin Conference 2024 and former President Donald Trumpโ€™s Speech. David Bailey, CEO of Bitcoin Magazine, speculates that Bitcoin could reach new highs during Trumpโ€™s speech at the event.

Some experts think Trump might use this platform to propose Bitcoin as a โ€œstrategic reserveโ€ asset for the U.S. government.

BlackRockโ€™s Focus on Bitcoin and Ethereum

In a related panel discussion titled “From Strategy to Innovation: BlackRockโ€™s Bitcoin Journey,” Robert Mitchnick, head of digital assets at BlackRock, highlights that the firm’s clients show a strong preference for Bitcoin, followed by Ethereum, with limited interest in other digital assets. 

Mitchnick also noted that BlackRock does not plan to significantly expand its range of crypto ETFs beyond these two major assets.

Bitcoinโ€™s Technical Outlook

Looking at Bitcoinโ€™s daily chart, there has been a recent rise in demand near the 100-day moving average, leading to a significant rebound. However, Bitcoin is currently facing resistance between $67,000 and $68,300. If it breaks through this resistance, it could move towards its all-time high of $72,000 and possibly reach $100,000.

Meanwhile, the launch of spot Ethereum ETFs, which saw a net inflow of $106.6 million on their first day, has boosted interest in Ethereum. Ethereumโ€™s price has been holding above the 100-day and 200-day moving averages, indicating a bullish trend. With the new ETH ETFs, upward momentum is expected to continue, and a breakout above $3,400 could drive its price to $3,700.

Also Read: Microstrategyโ€™s Saylor Predicts Bitcoin Market Cap Explosion to $280 Trillion

Is this the beginning of a new crypto bull run? Let us know your take.

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