If History Repeats, Could Bitcoin Face 1930s-Style Regulation? Should You Support Trump?

Bitcoin has now gone 137 days without reaching a new all-time high and this comes after the Bitcoin Nashville conference over the weekend, where former President Donald Trump delivered a speech.

According to analyst Jason Pizzino, this phase marks the peak of the cycle where everything appears to be going up, including Bitcoin, other cryptocurrencies, stock markets, and real estate. Historically, such peaks are followed by corrections, which could be more severe than expected given the shallow or quick corrections of the past 15 years. 

He also discussed a signal from March 2024, where the S&P 500 showed three consecutive down days, indicating a potential top for Bitcoin. Since then, Bitcoin has been under its high for 137 days. We are currently in that period, with four months having passed a few weeks ago—about 120 days—and extending up to six months, which would take us to around September 11.

The analyst also noted Bitcoin’s price stability around $68,000-$69,000, with significant support levels identified. Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) are analyzed, with Solana showing strong performance against Bitcoin and potential for further gains. 

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Will Trump’s Pro-Crypto Stance Send Bitcoin To Moon?

In the recent Bitcoin Nashville conference, Trump urged people to hold onto Bitcoin, suggesting it could become a reserve currency. This announcement, while exciting, should be viewed in the context of historical market behavior, the analyst said.

Senator Cynthia Lummis also proposed that the US Treasury purchase $1 million worth of Bitcoin, though this idea, while intriguing, may be far-fetched given current circumstances. Trump’s comments at the conference reflect a significant shift in attitude towards Bitcoin, from skepticism to advocating its potential as a strategic reserve asset.

Trump’s plans, including firing SEC Chairman gary gensler gary gensler Gary Gensler is the chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). His studies in finance and blockchain at MIT have helped him develop U.S. cryptocurrency regulations and policies. Quick Facts Full name Gary Scott Gensler Birth 18-10-1957, Baltimore, Maryland, United States Nationality American Education MBA from the University of Pennsylvania Marital status Married to Francesca Danieli (1986-2006) Net worth Estimated $100 million   Gensler has advocated for enhanced supervision of digital assets, seeking to regulate cryptocurrencies similar to securities. His work at the SEC has focused on safeguarding investors, regulating crypto exchanges, and establishing stablecoin policies.   Gary Gensler - Career Highlights 1997 – Became Assistant Secretary of the Treasury. 2009 – Led CFTC, regulating financial derivatives post-2008 crisis. 2018 – Taught blockchain and crypto at MIT. 2021 – Appointed SEC Chairman, focusing on crypto regulations. 2022 – Proposed stricter rules for crypto exchanges. 2023 – Took legal action against major crypto firms. 2024 – Advocated for stronger stablecoin and DeFi regulations.   Gary has collaborated with multiple lawmakers in formulating crypto policies. Even with disagreements with crypto investors regarding crypto policies, he continues to be a key player in the changing dynamic between regulatory frameworks and blockchain advancement.   Awards & Recognitions of Gary Gensler Year Institution  Description 2009 U.S. Treasury Financial Regulation Leader 2018 MIT Blockchain & Crypto Educator 2021 SEC SEC Chairman Overseeing Crypto Policies 2023 Bloomberg Most Influential Regulator in Crypto 2024 Forbes Top Policy Maker in Digital Assets   Useful Links to Connect With Gary Gensler Platform Link X (formerly Twitter) twitter.com/GaryGensler CFTC website Chairman Gary Gensler   Chairman , align with what the crypto community wants to hear. However, it’s important to remember that market cycles operate independently of political rhetoric.

He brought to attention the 1930s U.S. ban on gold ownership and compared it to the current promotion of Bitcoin, suggesting that history might repeat itself with Bitcoin becoming heavily regulated or seized by the government in the future.