Bitcoin ETFs See $490M in Outflows as Price Fails to Reclaim $78,000 Level

Key takeaways: Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $490 million in net outflows over three days, signaling a recent dip in institutional demand. Rising inflation is eroding real yields on fixed income, likely fueling long-term demand for scarce assets like BTC. Bitcoin (BTC) faced three consecutive days of outflows from US-listed spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The outflows coincided with a failed attempt to reclaim $78,000. Traders fear more downside, but heightened US inflation will likely act as a catalyst for further bullish momentum. US-listed Bitcoin spot ETFs daily net flows, USD. Source:…

Bitcoin volatility spikes post-FOMC as market doubts $79K target

## Market Snapshot Bitcoin price predictions for April 30 show 0.5% YES for reaching $79,000, consistent across sub-markets. Meanwhile, the market for Bitcoin being above $68,000 on May 1 stands at 99.9% YES. Ethereum’s price prediction for reaching $2,350 on April 30 is priced at 1.1% YES. ## Key Takeaways – Aark Digital highlights that Bitcoin’s volatility increased following the FOMC’s decision to maintain interest rates. – Historical patterns suggest Bitcoin prices often decline after FOMC announcements, contributing to current market pricing. – Market pricing for Bitcoin reaching $79,000 by…

Crypto hacks hit record high in April 2026, impacting Bitcoin, Ethereum sentiment

## Market Snapshot Bitcoin Price Predictions for April 30 are priced at 0.9% YES, with recent market activity showing decreased confidence. Markets for Bitcoin Price Above on May 1 remain at 99.8% YES, suggesting stability. Ethereum Price in April markets are at 0.4% YES, reflecting concerns over recent security breaches. ## Key Takeaways – April 2026’s record number of crypto hacks appears to have increased market fear, impacting Bitcoin’s price prospects. – The security breaches, particularly affecting DeFi platforms, suggest negative sentiment towards Ethereum’s short-term price movement. – Market pricing…

Bitcoin Stalls Below $77K As Spot Volumes, Leverage Decline

Bitcoin’s (BTC) attempt to trade above $77,000 have failed multiple times over the past week, despite traders managing a one-day breakout to $79,500. Data show short-term holders taking profits as the rally peaked, sending 150,000 BTC to exchanges since April 15.  Crypto analyst Darkfost noted the continued fragility among short-term holders (STHs), or wallets holding BTC for less than 155 days. As the price rose over the past two weeks, BTC transfers from these wallets to exchanges increased. Three consecutive sessions saw 65,000 BTC, 54,600 BTC and 39,000 BTC sent…

Stablecoins Surpass Bitcoin in Latin America Crypto Purchases: Bitso Report

Digital asset adoption in Latin America is evolving, with more users now converting funds into stablecoins than into Bitcoin — a shift that reflects growing pressure from local economic conditions. According to Bitso’s 2025 report on crypto adoption in Latin America, 40% of crypto purchases in 2025 were US dollar-linked stablecoins such as Tether’s USDt (USDT) and Circle’s USDC (USDC), while Bitcoin (BTC) accounted for 18%. The report marks the first time stablecoin purchases have surpassed Bitcoin in the region. The findings are based on data from Bitso’s nearly 10…

Bitcoin Cost Basis Cluster Forms Near $75K Support

Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $76,350, which is above several key investors’ cost-basis levels. The one-to-three-month holder average sits at $75,620, placing a large share of recent buyers near breakeven, while the price sits just below the US spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) cost basis of $76,700.  The short-term holder (STH) cost basis and the adjusted realized price extend on either side of this range, increasing the importance of the $75,000 level as a near-term support pivot.  BTC cost basis cluster tightens near $75,000 The one-to three-month holder cohorts share an…

Bitcoin stuck below $80K as options wall builds overhead

Bitcoin is sitting at roughly $76K, nursing its wounds after a week that saw more than $500M in leveraged long positions get liquidated. The reason for the stall is becoming increasingly clear: a massive wall of options contracts has formed at the $80K level, and every attempt to break through it has been met with selling pressure that sends price right back down. Think of it like a crowded doorway. Everyone wants through, but the more people push, the harder it gets to move. That’s what’s happening at $80K right…

Can Bitcoin Still Lock in its Best Monthly Gains Since April 2025?

Bitcoin (BTC) rebounded above $76,000 at Thursday’s Wall Street open while traders stayed bearish on the short-term BTC price outlook. Key points: Bitcoin’s Coinbase Premium Index flips negative as analysis warned the January breakdown could repeat. BTC price action is already at risk of repeating a bear flag breakdown to new macro lows. The April monthly close should still offer Bitcoin’s best gains in a year. Bitcoin Coinbase Premium risks repeating bearish history Data from TradingView showed 1% daily gains after initial pressure over high oil prices and a hawkish…

Bitcoin Juggles $120 Oil and Fed’s ‘Most Hawkish’ Interest-Rate Pause

Bitcoin (BTC) failed to recover new support on Thursday as oil hit its highest levels in nearly four years. Key points: Bitcoin struggles to recoup recent lost ground as geopolitical factors weigh on momentum. UK Brent crude oil spot markets record their highest levels since June 2022. The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision is called Chair Jerome Powell’s “most hawkish in years.” Bitcoin falls on “most hawkish” Fed meeting Data from TradingView showed BTC/USD circling $76,000, down around 2% from the previous day’s high. BTC/USD one-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView A combination…

Bitcoin Price Weakness Grows, Traders Brace For Further Downside

Bitcoin price started a fresh decline below the $76,500 zone. BTC is consolidating and might struggle to stay above the $75,000 support. Bitcoin failed to stay above $76,500 and extended losses. The price is trading below $76,200 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $77,200 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might extend losses if it stays below the $76,500 and $77,200 levels. Bitcoin Price Dips Again Bitcoin price failed to stay…