The crypto community remains divided on the quantum computing threat to Bitcoin security. While some dismiss it as exaggerated, Bitcoin analyst Willy Woo has proposed a practical interim solution using SegWit wallets. This approach aims to protect user funds until quantum-resistant protocols are developed.
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Bitcoin’s Taproot address supply has declined by 3% since January 2024, sparking intense debate among cryptocurrency analysts about whether this represents strategic repositioning or early holder sell-offs. The trend coincides with growing concerns about quantum computing threats to cryptocurrency security, with experts divided on whether the movement signals market capitulation or institutional custody evolution.
about Bitcoin Taproot Supply Drops 3% Amid Quantum Security FearsBitcoin Whale Selloff: On-Chain Nuance vs. Dumping Narrative
Recent Bitcoin price declines have sparked narratives about OG whales dumping their holdings, with over 1 million BTC moving from dormant addresses since June 2024. However, on-chain analysts reveal significant nuance behind these massive coin movements, suggesting not all transfers represent outright selling. The data shows surprising resilience from ETF investors amid the supposed whale exodus, indicating a more complex market dynamic than surface-level readings suggest.
about Bitcoin Whale Selloff: On-Chain Nuance vs. Dumping NarrativeBitcoin Bounces to $103K Amid Split Analyst Views
Bitcoin has staged a dramatic recovery from Wednesday’s intraday low of $99,600 to trade around $103,400, sparking intense debate among analysts about whether this represents a sustainable turnaround or merely a technical bounce. With 28.1% of Bitcoin supply now held at a loss—a level that historically preceded major price rallies—the market faces conflicting signals as Galaxy Digital’s head of research significantly lowers his year-end price target from $185,000 to $120,000.
about Bitcoin Bounces to $103K Amid Split Analyst ViewsWilly Woo: MSTR Won’t Liquidate Bitcoin in Bear Market
Prominent Bitcoin analyst Willy Woo has expressed strong confidence that MicroStrategy (MSTR) will not be forced to liquidate any Bitcoin from its substantial holdings during future bear markets, asserting that it would require “one hell of a sustained bear market” to trigger such actions. The company’s flexible debt structure, consisting primarily of convertible senior notes that can be settled through cash payments, common stock issuance, or a combination of both, provides multiple options to meet obligations without resorting to Bitcoin sales even during prolonged market downturns.
about Willy Woo: MSTR Won't Liquidate Bitcoin in Bear MarketBitcoin Whales Shift from Self-Custody to ETFs
Bitcoin’s earliest whales are abandoning their long-held self-custody principles in favor of traditional finance benefits. BlackRock executives confirm that veteran BTC holders are converting portions of their holdings to spot Bitcoin ETFs. This shift marks a significant departure from Bitcoin’s core philosophy as onchain self-custody breaks its 15-year uptrend.
about Bitcoin Whales Shift from Self-Custody to ETFsBitcoin Cycle Theory Challenged as Analyst Questions 4-Year Pattern
The creator of Bitcoin’s influential stock-to-flow model is now questioning the validity of four-year market cycles that have long guided crypto predictions. PlanB suggests that relying on historical patterns may be a ‘big misunderstanding’ as current market dynamics evolve. This fundamental shift in perspective comes amid renewed Bitcoin volatility and institutional influence.
about Bitcoin Cycle Theory Challenged as Analyst Questions 4-Year PatternWilly Woo Warns Next Crypto Bear Market Driven by Business Cycle
Prominent crypto analyst Willy Woo has issued a stark warning that the next cryptocurrency bear market could be triggered by a traditional business cycle downturn, a phenomenon the crypto space has never experienced. Unlike previous crypto cycles dominated by Bitcoin’s internal mechanics, Woo suggests the convergence of Bitcoin’s halving events with global macroeconomic forces could create a particularly brutal market environment. This represents a fundamental shift from previous patterns where cryptocurrency markets largely operated independently from traditional financial cycles.
about Willy Woo Warns Next Crypto Bear Market Driven by Business CycleBitcoin: The ‘Perfect Asset’ for the Next Millennium
Bitcoin investor Willy Woo declared Bitcoin the ‘perfect asset’ for the next millennium but stressed that it must attract significantly more capital to compete with the US dollar and gold. Speaking at the Baltic Honeybadger conference in Riga, Woo noted Bitcoin’s $2.42 trillion market cap pales in comparison to gold’s $23 trillion and the US dollar’s $21.9 trillion money supply. He identified at least two key obstacles preventing Bitcoin from becoming a global reserve asset, underscoring the need for increased adoption and investment to realize its full potential.
about Bitcoin: The 'Perfect Asset' for the Next MillenniumBitcoin ETFs Shift Investor Custody Trends
The approval of Bitcoin spot ETFs in January 2024 has significantly altered how investors hold Bitcoin, moving away from self-custody—a core principle of Satoshi Nakamoto’s vision. Onchain data shows a steady decline in Bitcoin self-custody and a drop in active addresses, from nearly 1 million in January to around 650,000 by late June, levels last seen in 2019. Analyst Willy Woo notes that the growth rate of self-custody users has slowed since ETFs became available, raising questions about the future of decentralized ownership in crypto.
about Bitcoin ETFs Shift Investor Custody TrendsBitcoin Poised for New All-Time Highs, Data Suggests
Market intelligence firm Swissblock suggests Bitcoin (BTC) could soon reach new all-time highs, as key metrics show no signs of a market top. Their ‘Optimal Signal’ metric indicates the current uptrend may last at least 10 more days, while Glassnode’s Short-Term Holder Relative Unrealized Profit metric remains below prior cycle peaks, signaling no excessive profit-taking. Additionally, Willy Woo’s VWAP and Speculation Index confirm the market isn’t overheated, supporting further price increases. Bitcoin is currently trading at $119,042, with analysts optimistic about continued upward momentum.
about Bitcoin Poised for New All-Time Highs, Data SuggestsBitcoin Pause Sparks Altcoin Surge: What’s Next?
Bitcoin’s surge paused as traders took profits, briefly pulling BTC down to $116,000 before a 2% recovery to $119,000. SwissBlock’s ‘Altcoin Vector’ report highlights a capital rotation from Bitcoin to Ethereum and altcoins, reducing BTC’s dominance while boosting ETH and the broader altcoin market. Despite this shift, indicators like Glassnode’s Short-Term Holder Profit metric and Willy Woo’s Speculation Index suggest Bitcoin’s cycle is far from over, with structural support for further gains. The ETH/BTC ratio’s steady rise underscores Ethereum’s strength, while liquidity redistribution points to an expansion phase rather than a market top.
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