How shifting Treasury yields signal economic uncertainty and why Bitcoin could benefit as both a risk-on and safe-haven asset.

Bitcoin has slipped below the $100,000 mark for the first time in 10 days, raising concerns among investors as market sentiment takes a bearish turn.

Large bitcoin investors are entering a renewed phase of accumulation as political developments reshape market conditions, with onchain insights from Cryptoquant and its researchers shedding light on faltering demand amidst shifting dynamics.

Chinese AI startup DeepSeek's $6 million AI model has rattled global global markets, with experts warning it signals a major shift in AI competition. What Happened: Speaking with Benzinga, experts suggest the Chinese startup's efficiency-focused approach is reshaping perceptions of dominance in artificial intelligence, challenging the high-cost strategies employed by US tech giants like OpenAI and NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA).

Bitcoin's price is expected to remain elevated in 2025, supported by a more favorable regulatory and political environment in the US, increased institutional adoption and a looser Federal Reserve monetary policy, said Deutsche Bank. Trump's pro-crypto administration to power marked a turning point for the regulatory landscape, the bank's analysts said, but at the tart of 2025 the crypto market "stands at the crossroads of innovation and scepticism poised for further growth in the evolving global financial landscape".

MicroStrategy announced today that it had acquired 10,107 BTC worth nearly $1.1B at an average price of $105,596 between January 21st and January 26th. The latest BTC acquisition brought the company's total BTC holdings to 471,107 BTC worth over $30.4B at an average price of $64,511.

Petrobras, Brazil's state-owned oil company, has found a way to use flared gas—a common byproduct of oil extraction—to fuel Bitcoin mining operations. This innovative approach reflects the company's dedication to sustainability and efficiency, turning waste into an energy resource while contributing to global environmental goals.

The price of Bitcoin dipped below $98,000 after DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, threw a wrench into Big Tech's week of key earnings.

Bitcoin (BTC), the world's largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, is expected to continue its price decline in the coming days. Its daily chart has displayed bearish price action. As of today, January 27, 2025, the overall cryptocurrency market, including BTC and other major assets, has been experiencing a significant price drop.

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) maintained a fourth week of consecutive net inflows with $1.76 billion flowing into the 12 U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs. Bitcoin ETFs Rack in Over a Billion Dollars in Weekly Net Inflow U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs closed the week of Jan. 21 to Jan.

Bitcoin (BTC) started the last week of January with a significant drop below $100,000, reaching its lowest point in 10 days.

MicroStrategy strengthens its Bitcoin position with a $1.1 billion purchase, bringing total holdings to over 471,000 BTC.

Analysts shrugged off today's crash as a normal market correction.

After a steady weekend hovering around $105,000, when Bitcoin price drop they shocked the markets with a sharp decline on Monday. Falling below the significant $100,000 mark, the downturn wiped out billions from the market and caused one whale to lose a staggering $100 million in a single trade.

Overzealous hopes for Trump's crypto actions last week had primed the market for a pullback, but the decline could be already over, said Standard Chartered's Geoff Kendrick.

Despite Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) dipping below the $100,000 mark on Monday, prominent cryptocurrency traders remain positioned for upside for the first quarter of 2025. What Happened: Widely-followed trader Smiley Capital on X disclosed his heavy allocation to crypto since early 2023.

The company acquired another $1.1 billion worth of Bitcoin last week, increasing its digital asset holdings to 471,107 BTC.

Following a major crypto market liquidation, Bitcoin showed resilience by recovering above $101k. Meanwhile, MicroStrategy continues its aggressive Bitcoin acquisition strategy through new stock offerings.

As news of China's Deepseek circulated over the weekend, bitcoin slipped below $100,000 just a week into Trump's presidency. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Needed For Bitcoin Pump QCP Group's market insights reflected on bitcoin (BTC) dipping below $100,000 with other risk assets also declining, as concerns over China's Deepseek technology rippled through global markets.

Michael Saylor announced today that MicroStrategy paid $1.1 billion to acquire 10,107 Bitcoin, only six days after making a similar purchase. This move reflects a broader trend in the firm's purchasing strategy.

Bitcoin is down Monday, but MicroStrategy keeps buying, revealing its 12th straight weekly BTC purchase as its stash nears $50 billion.

TL;DR Inflow of $1.9 billion driven by presidential executive orders has enhanced Bitcoin's perception as a long-term strategic reserve asset amidst global economic uncertainty. Bitcoin captures 92% of the inflows, with $1.6 billion out of the total $1.9 billion, solidifying its position as the market leader against smaller cryptocurrencies.

Bitcoin is expected to consolidate for an extended period before recovering, making short-term rebounds unlikely under current conditions.

MicroStrategy has announced plans to raise additional funds to expand its Bitcoin holdings through a public offering of Strike Preferred Stock (STRK), according to a Jan. 27 statement. The company aims to issue 2.5 million shares of its Series A Perpetual Strike Preferred Stock, subject to regulatory approval and prevailing market conditions.

The price action of XRP against leading cryptocurrency Bitcoin (BTC) has long been one of the main topics of crypto market discussion, and as it seems from recent developments that it will not go away in the near future.

Cryptocurrency analysts of Coinidol.com report, the Bitcoin (BTC) price is currently sinking into the moving average lines after hitting resistance at $107,360.

A crypto strategist believes that Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) have more room to run to the upside this cycle before the markets take a bearish turn. Trader Ali Martinez tells his 120,000 followers on the social media platform X that he's looking at Bitcoin's Mayer Multiple to time BTC's market top.

TL;DR MicroStrategy acquired 10,107 BTC for approximately $1.1 billion, at an average price of $105,596 per bitcoin, further strengthening its position. The company now holds 471,107 BTC, representing over 2.2% of the total circulating bitcoin supply, consolidating its corporate leadership.

Bitcoin (BTC) "new whales", i.e., accounts holding 1,000+ BTC each for less than 155 days, amassed massive amounts of the digital gold.

The past few days on the crypto market have been anything but pleasant. Total liquidations across leveraged positions have approached the $1 billion mark, leaving bulls with the lion's share of losses.

In a recent development, Standard Chartered's Geoffrey Kendrick has advised the investors to “buy the dip” in Bitcoin, as the cryptocurrency faces pressure from its growing correlation with the Nasdaq. Kendrick highlighted Bitcoin is now more closely correlated with the Nasdaq than with gold.

Bitcoin mining difficulty has recorded its first decline in four months, marking the end of a streak that saw it rise eight consecutive times. According to data from Cloverpool, the mining difficulty fell 2.12% in its latest adjustment on January 27, which occurred at block height 880,992.

Declining Open Interest Delta suggests that Bitcoin may face a significant correction, potentially dropping by 50%.

TL;DR Bitcoin briefly dropped to $98,000 and is now hovering around $100,500, showing a 4.14% loss amid financial uncertainty. Arthur Hayes predicts a correction to $70,000-$75,000 before a potential surge to $250,000 by the end of 2025. The rise of AI with applications like DeepSeek and a new crypto regulation group in the U.S.

Nasdaq has proposed a new system for BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin ETF, allowing institutional investors to redeem shares directly for bitcoin instead of cash. This innovative model aims to streamline operations, cut costs, and reduce market impact, marking a significant step forward in the evolution of Bitcoin ETFs.

MicroStrategy announced the acquisition of 10,107 BTC for $1.1 billion raising its total Bitcoin holdings to 471,107 Bitcoins.

Ripple-promoted cryptocurrency XRP, Solana (SOL), Dogecoin (DOGE), and Cardano (ADA) nosedived by double-digits on Monday morning, a casualty of a badly bleeding crypto market as Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency by market cap, fell under the psychologically important $100,000 level.

Despite its historic embrace of Bitcoin, El Salvador has failed to expand its Bitcoin ATM network beyond 215 machines.

Bitcoin's price has once again failed to break above the $108K resistance level, as the crypto market is correcting going into the new week.

DeepSeek is creating waves across the segment of Artificial Intelligence (AI), and is most interestingly raising questions about opportunities that it brings to the world. At the top is a way in which DeepSeek could help in Donald Trump's Bitcoin push while aiding BlackRock's IBIT.

Last week XRP replaced tether (USDT) as the third largest cryptocurrency by market cap. As Trump's inauguration approaches, anticipation of a crypto-friendly agenda—including regulatory reforms and a potential Bitcoin reserve— reached a fever pitch. This editorial is from last week's edition of the Week in Review newsletter.

MicroStrategy's strategy could influence corporate treasury practices, potentially increasing Bitcoin's role in financial diversification. The post MicroStrategy doubles down on Bitcoin, files shelf registration statement for flexible capital raising appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy has expanded its Bitcoin holdings once again, acquiring an additional 10,107 BTC for $1.1 billion.

MicroStrategy announced a Bitcoin scoop for the twelfth consecutive week, while also unveiling a new offer stock offering to finance more crypto purchases.

David Bailey, CEO of BTC Inc., has sparked excitement among crypto fans after revealing he had a private phone conversation with pro-crypto president Donald Trump. This comes after the president's executive order proposing a strategic crypto reserve and his decision to grant Silk Road founder and BTC icon Ross Ulbricht a full and unconditional pardon.

Today, the crypto market performance puts the biggest strain on Bitcoin and its price. Amid the global market crash, BTC has declined by 4.5% on the charts.

Cryptos are once again captivating attention as 2025 promises to be rich in upheavals. Thus, Bitcoin, Solana, and XRP, close to their historical peaks, could enter a phase of accelerated growth thanks to three major engines.

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