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<p>The post <a href="https://coinpedia.org/price-analysis/bitcoins-rebound-on-the-horizon-analysis-hints-at-temporary-bear-trap/">From Bear Trap to Bull Run?&nbsp;Bitcoin’s Price Action Signals a Potential Shift</a> appeared first on <a href="https://coinpedia.org">Coinpedia Fintech News</a></p> 
<p>In the wild world of cryptocurrency, <a href="https://coinpedia.org/price-prediction/bitcoin-price-prediction/">Bitcoin</a> is caught up in a bit of a dance, reacting to proposed regulations from <a href="https://coinpedia.org/news/cracking-down-on-crypto-elizabeth-warren-leads-senators-in-push-for-stricter-cryptocurrency-reguation/">Senator Elizabeth Warren</a>. After a brief surge, BTC is currently hanging around $38,250, bouncing between $36,000 and $37,033. The big question is whether Bitcoin can make a comeback despite regulatory challenges.</p> 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="strong-insights-amid-market-turbulence-strong"><strong>Insights Amid Market Turbulence</strong></h2> 
<p>As things settle down after recent market chaos, insights from Santiment, a data analytics firm, offer some hope for Bitcoin fans. Despite slipping from its high of $44,000, Santiment’s findings suggest a positive vibe among Bitcoin supporters. The upcoming week might bring a bullish vibe, provided cryptocurrencies break free from their recent ties to the stock market.</p> 
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<p>In the midst of market uncertainties, Santiment’s earlier report gives us a positive spin. The sudden jump in USDT supply on crypto exchanges is making waves, signaling a chance to buy. A significant 6.9% increase not only caught traders’ eyes but also hinted at a move towards more positive sentiments. It seems the market is moving away from a “temporary bear trap,” suggesting a potential return to an upward trend.</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f4c8.png" alt="📈" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;"> The <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/crypto?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#crypto</a> markets are now surging again, completing what appears to have been a temporary <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/beartrap?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#beartrap</a>. As markets plummeted the past few days, calls for a <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/top?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#top</a> or traders being <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/bearish?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#bearish</a> began spiking. Markets move the direction the crowd least expects. <a href="https://t.co/Hwhrd442sh">https://t.co/Hwhrd442sh</a> <a href="https://t.co/BYXTFqrCiH">pic.twitter.com/BYXTFqrCiH</a></p>— Santiment (@santimentfeed) <a href="https://twitter.com/santimentfeed/status/1734415464707854723?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 12, 2023</a>
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<p>Also Read: <a href="https://coinpedia.org/news/warrens-aml-crusade-in-crypto-can-it-beat-the-11-330-bill-passing-odds/">Senator Warren Wages War on Crypto, Bitcoin Dips 5%: What Next?</a></p> 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-whales-are-making-moves">Whales Are Making Moves </h2> 
<p>Bitcoin’s recent price plunge to $40,000 was attributed to overheating and significant sell-offs from influential players like Bitcoin Mara Pool. This period also witnessed notable Bitcoin movements within exchanges and across anonymous wallets, involving substantial transactions totaling millions of dollars.&nbsp;</p> 
<p>Moreover, Whale Alert, a platform tracking crypto movements, highlighted significant transfers to prominent exchanges such as OKX, Coinbase, and Binance. Moreover, Bitcoin experienced significant fluctuations, primarily driven by ‘whales’, with significant transfers between Kraken and Bitfinex. This indicates that Bitcoin has completed a temporary bear trap, with 549 and 646 BTC transferred to OKX and Coinbase, 1,500 BTC sent from Kraken to Bitfinex, 1,300 BTC sent back and forth, and 818 BTC transferred to Binance.</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr"><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f6a8.png" alt="🚨" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;"> <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/1f6a8.png" alt="🚨" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;"> 1,042 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BTC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BTC</a> (42,522,079 USD) transferred from <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Coinbase?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Coinbase</a> to unknown new wallet<a href="https://t.co/2NdpjmAqgd">https://t.co/2NdpjmAqgd</a></p>— Whale Alert (@whale_alert) <a href="https://twitter.com/whale_alert/status/1734301971404743069?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 11, 2023</a>
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<p>The recent ups and downs in the cryptocurrency market have everyone wondering about Bitcoin’s path. Investors and analysts are eagerly waiting to see if the digital asset can bounce back amidst the market’s twists and turns.</p> 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-what-next-for-bitcoin">What Next for Bitcoin?</h2> 
<p>Looking at Bitcoin’s price moves, one thing is clear — despite short-term bumps, BTC is still a big player and is here to stay. But before getting caught up in the excitement, take note of the cautionary words from <a href="https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1733858779786027110?s=20">The Kobeissi Letter.</a> All eyes are on today’s release of November’s CPI Inflation data, coinciding with the FOMC meeting on December 12-13. These events play a big role in shaping Bitcoin’s future, with CPI data guiding FOMC decisions on interest rates — a positive stance is good for Bitcoin, while a negative one isn’t.</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">Key Events This Week:<br><br>1. November CPI Inflation data – Tuesday<br><br>2. OPEC Monthly Report – Wednesday<br><br>3. November PPI Inflation data – Wednesday<br><br>4. Fed Rate Decision and Statement – Wednesday<br><br>5. Retail Sales data – Thursday<br><br>6. Initial Jobless Claims – Thursday<br><br>Volatility is…</p>— The Kobeissi Letter (@KobeissiLetter) <a href="https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1733858779786027110?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 10, 2023</a>
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<p>Also, keep an eye on the OPEC Monthly Report and November’s PPI Inflation data on December 13. These are key indicators influencing Bitcoin’s path, thanks to their impact on inflation. The Bitcoin rollercoaster ride continues, and with more twists and turns ahead, both experienced investors and curious onlookers are in for a ride.</p> 
<p>Read More: <a href="https://coinpedia.org/price-analysis/bitcoin-btc-sees-sharp-drop-to-41k-analysts-see-possible-correction-to-39000/">Is Bitcoin Headed for a $39k Retest? Expert Weighs In</a></p>

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