NEW: Bitcoin to Hit $265K Post-Consolidation, CryptoQuant CEO Foresee

Bitcoin’s potential for a significant price increase has been highlighted by CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju, who suggests the cryptocurrency could see its market capitalization triple, pushing its value above $260,000. Young Ju’s analysis, posted on X on May 8, emphasizes the growing hash rate to market cap ratio—a sign of increased mining activity and investor interest. This growth could sustain Bitcoin’s price to potentially reach $265,000.

Supporting this optimistic forecast, Crypto Ceaser aligns with Young Ju, observing a bullish cup-and-handle pattern on Bitcoin’s weekly chart, indicating a likely rally toward $273,693. As Bitcoin approaches critical price levels, analysts emphasize the importance of surpassing the average short-term holder acquisition price of $59,500 to maintain its upward trajectory.

Market sentiment remains bullish as Bitcoin prepares to break above crucial technical levels. If it successfully surpasses the 50-day simple moving average, significant price milestones could be on the horizon, possibly reaching up to $85,200 before summer, according to Glassnode co-founders. This scenario presents a robust outlook for Bitcoin, reinforcing its resilience and ongoing appeal to investors.

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Bitcoin Lightning Wallet ZEUS Isn’t Going Anywhere

Founder: Evan Kaloudis

Date Founded: 2019, block 563345; incorporated in 2023

Location of Headquarters: No HQ; fully remote

Amount of Bitcoin Held in Treasury: Not disclosed

Number of Employees: 2

Website: https://zeusln.com/ 

Public or Private? Private

On April 26, 2024, Evan Kaloudis drew a line in the sand.

In the wake of the news of the Samourai Wallet developers getting arrested and Phoenix Wallet halting service to US customers, he made it public that he was going to fight like hell for self-custody Bitcoin and Lightning Network wallets like the one he created, ZEUS, to continue to exist.

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— EVAN KALOUDIS (@evankaloudis) April 26, 2024

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Ordinal Derangement Syndrome (ODS) Is a Real Phenomenon

Ordinal Derangement Syndrome (ODS) is a real phenomenon. As a neutral observer from Bitcoin Magazine, I aim to address the misconceptions and dismissive attitudes toward Ordinals in the Bitcoin community, revealing the overlooked complexities and potential within what I term ‘Ordinal Derangement Syndrome’ (ODS).

ODS emerges as a significant phenomenon within a segment of the Bitcoin community, characterized by an oversimplification and dismissive attitude toward Ordinals, often cavalier in nature. As an employee of Bitcoin Magazine, who remains neutral toward Ordinals but is tired of the baseless criticism aimed not just at our publication but at Bitcoin innovations at large, I feel…

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NEW: Max Keiser Predicts Bitcoin to Hit $220,000 After ‘God Candle’

Max Keiser, a vocal Bitcoin advocate and former financial journalist, has sparked excitement among cryptocurrency enthusiasts with a recent post on X. Keiser, known for his bullish Bitcoin forecasts, reaffirmed his prediction that Bitcoin could reach a staggering $220,000. Citing a new, critical factor, he tweeted about the impending arrival of a “God candle,” signaling a potential massive price surge.

Keiser’s confidence stems from what he describes as a “demand shock meets supply shock” scenario. This insight was bolstered by a tweet from X user @Vivek4real_, who noted that the Bitcoin supply on exchanges has significantly diminished, reaching all-time lows. The tweet hinted at an imminent supply shortage, adding weight to Keiser’s optimistic outlook.

Amidst growing anticipation, Keiser believes the combination of decreasing supply and increasing demand will catapult Bitcoin to the $220,000 mark. His followers on X are abuzz, closely watching market trends for signs of this monumental rise.

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