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The Bitcoin ‘Dream Entry’ To Wait For Before The Run-Up To $300,000A crypto analyst has identified multiple price levels he believes could be dream entry points ahead of Bitcoin’s (BTC) long-term price rally. The analyst has shared several ambitious price targets for BTC, expecting the cryptocurrency to skyrocket to $300,000 and even $500,000 in the coming years. Analyst Identifies Bitcoin Buy Zones Before $300,000 Target In a recent X post, market expert Crypto Patel stated that while many investors are panicking after Bitcoin’s recent decline below $74,000, he is using the opportunity to quietly build his position. The analyst said he is preparing to buy more BTC, suggesting that additional dip buying opportunities may still lie ahead as he targets a long-term rally above $300,000. Related Reading: Bitcoin Could Enter Freefall If This Level Cracks: Analyst Crypto Patel has identified three ideal Bitcoin accumulation zones ahead of this projected move. The zones are based on Fibonacci retracement levels highlighted on his accompanying chart. The analyst noted that the first entry point around $60,000 has already been filled, leaving just two ideal points remaining. He noted that this first zone aligns with the 0.382 retracement level and a bullish order block. Crypto Patel also identified a second accumulation zone near $45,000, which aligns with the 0.5 Fibonacci retracement level. He noted that he is patiently waiting for a move into this area before adding more BTC to his position. Meanwhile, the third and most aggressive zone sits around $35,000, close to the 0.618 retracement. Crypto Patel described this area as a “dream entry” point, suggesting that it would offer the most attractive buying opportunity of the three targets provided if Bitcoin were to decline that far. Notably, the foundation of Crypto Patel’s bullish analysis and accumulation zone rests on an Inverse Head & Shoulders pattern that formed on the weekly chart between 2022 and early 2024. According to the analyst’s chart, the pattern took shape as Bitcoin suffered a 77.6% decline from its previous peak in 2024, with that market bottom forming the head of the H&S pattern. When BTC confirmed a breakout from that structure in early 2024, it signaled a major market shift, with buyers gaining most control. After this, the cryptocurrency recorded a major price rally that carried it to its current all-time high above $126,000, set in October 2025. Once that ATH was hit, Bitcoin eventually met significant resistance between $84,000 and $100,000. A subsequent rejection in that area brought Bitcoin back down into the current retracement territory around $74,000, where Crypto Patel’s accumulation plan is now playing out. Multi-Year BTC Price Targets Point To $500,000 Peak Crypto Patel’s accumulation strategy for Bitcoin also feeds into a longer price roadmap based on Fibonacci extension levels stretching into 2027 and 2028. The analyst has set an initial long-term target of $200,000, representing a more than 170% increase from current levels above $73,000. Related Reading: Unknown Wallet Destroys $8.5 Million In Bitcoin In Shocking Burn For his second target, the analyst expects Bitcoin to rally to $300,000. The price curve shown on the analyst’s chart suggests that this move could unfold by late 2027 if market conditions remain favorable. Beyond that, Crypto Patel projects an ultimate peak near $500,000. A rise to this bold target would mark a staggering gain of over 580% from current prices. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView
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US Central Command disables vessel attempting to breach Iranian blockade, Treasury freezes $344M in linked digital assetsThe incident underscores the geopolitical risks impacting crypto markets, highlighting vulnerabilities in centralized stablecoins amid sanctions. The post US Central Command disables vessel attempting to breach Iranian blockade, Treasury freezes $344M in linked digital assets appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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US enforces blockade in Gulf of Oman, disables Gambia-flagged vesselThe US blockade in the Gulf of Oman exacerbates regional tensions, potentially disrupting global oil markets and impacting geopolitical stability. The post US enforces blockade in Gulf of Oman, disables Gambia-flagged vessel appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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HYPE Price Targets $100 Jump As Hyperliquid ETF Inflows And Perps Volume JumpsHyperliquid's HYPE token staged a strong breakout on Saturday, continuing a trend that started in January when it bottomed at $20. It surged to a record high of $67, and a combination of strong fundamentals and technicals points to an eventual surge to $100.
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US Central Command disables vessel attempting to breach Iranian blockade, crypto markets brace for falloutThe incident underscores the geopolitical risks impacting crypto markets, highlighting vulnerabilities in centralized stablecoins amid sanctions. The post US Central Command disables vessel attempting to breach Iranian blockade, crypto markets brace for fallout appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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Cosmos-based Gravity Bridge drained of $5.4 million in suspected key compromise, researchers sayThe attacker took USDC, ether, tether and PAYG tokens before laundering a portion through ChangeNow and Binance.
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Donald Trump jeopardizes Clarity Act as ethics concerns riseEthics concerns over Trump's crypto ties could stall regulatory progress, impacting bipartisan efforts for digital asset market clarity. The post Donald Trump jeopardizes Clarity Act as ethics concerns rise appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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Fetch.ai launches Fetch-Skills for streamlined AI developmentFetch-Skills could accelerate AI development on Fetch.ai's platform, potentially boosting developer adoption and enhancing network effects. The post Fetch.ai launches Fetch-Skills for streamlined AI development appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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Crypto champion Trump may be jeopardizing the industry’s landmark legislationDigital asset legislation is years in the making, but the sector's biggest political champion, President Trump, has become a liability.
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Jordi Visser: Market resilience signals a bull run, rising earnings make stocks cheaper, and global trends highlight interconnected growth | The Pomp PodcastGlobal market strength and rising earnings signal a bullish trend despite high valuations and economic concerns. The post Jordi Visser: Market resilience signals a bull run, rising earnings make stocks cheaper, and global trends highlight interconnected growth | The Pomp Podcast appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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$23 Billion EU Crypto Tax Forecast Draws Pushback From Circle Policy LeadCircle's EU policy lead says the bloc's $23B crypto tax revenue forecast overstates what enforcement can deliver. The post $23 Billion EU Crypto Tax Forecast Draws Pushback From Circle Policy Lead appeared first on BeInCrypto .
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SEC sues Texas man over $12.3 million alleged crypto scheme built on fake AI trading botsFuller allegedly diverted $6.2 million for personal use and $5.5M for Ponzi-like payments; only 3% of funds went to crypto trading.
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Thrive Capital’s ties to Trump adviser raise federal contract concernsThe investigation could redefine conflict-of-interest standards, impacting future government contracts and venture capital investments. The post Thrive Capital’s ties to Trump adviser raise federal contract concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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Bitwise Leader Thinks Hyperliquid is Bigger Than the Crypto MarketBitwise CIO Matt Hougan says Hyperliquid targets a $600 trillion global asset market and BHYP leads crypto ETF demand. The post Bitwise Leader Thinks Hyperliquid is Bigger Than the Crypto Market appeared first on BeInCrypto .
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Hedgebook launches app for hedging risks in large-cap equities using KalshiHedgebook's app could redefine risk management for large-cap equity investors by leveraging prediction markets to navigate macroeconomic uncertainties. The post Hedgebook launches app for hedging risks in large-cap equities using Kalshi appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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Anthony Scaramucci Heard Hal Finney & Winklevoss Twins, Yet Couldn't 'Care Less' About Bitcoin—Until A White House Moment Changed EverythingAlthough SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci is a passionate Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) advocate today, there was a tim
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Bitcoin Records $40B+ In Capital Outflows As ‘Humpback’ Whales Intensify Selling – DetailsOver the last week, the Bitcoin price has continued to see sustained selling pressure, with the flagship cryptocurrency trading around $73,400. According to recent on-chain data, changes in key market structures suggest Bitcoin might remain in this bearish state in the near to mid-term. Related Reading: Bitcoin Has Hit A Ceiling, Analyst Says No Buying Until Price Hits This Level Realized Cap Metric Reflects Growing Capital Outflows In a recent post on QuickTake, on-chain analyst Carmelo Alemán revealed a notable decline in Bitcoin’s Realized Cap values. The analyst notes that, since January 19, the metric has dropped by 3.63%, from around $1.12 trillion to $1.08 trillion; a decline of $40.847 billion. Interestingly, this period of the Realized Cap’s decline coincides with Bitcoin’s descent of over 20% from $92,593 to its current valuation. For context, the Realized Cap metric measures the total amount of capital invested in Bitcoin by valuing each BTC at the price it last moved on-chain, rather than at the current market price. Given that both the Bitcoin price and the Realized Cap experienced a steady yet notable downturn, this correlation is a telltale sign that investors have likely been withdrawing their capital rather than holding through Bitcoin’s moves. Related Reading: The Mistake Investors Are Making About Ethereum That Could Cost Them Money; Analyst Humpback Whales Add To Sell Pressure Further unsettling is Alemán’s highlighting that wallets holding more than 10,000 BTC seem to have joined the selling spree. These wallets, commonly referred to as Humpback Whales, are reported to have sold off approximately 612,753 BTC between the 11th and 28th of May. As such, the analyst points out that they currently dominate as the sources of spot bearish pressure. Interestingly, these huge Bitcoin sales correspond with an accelerated growth of capital outflows, which began on May 14th. Alemán notes that, as expected, the Bitcoin price dropped by approximately 10.72% during this period, from $82,365 to $73,530. Ultimately, the three highlighted on-chain conditions — falling Realized Cap, growing spot outflows, and aggressive whale distribution — paint a bearish picture for the Bitcoin price in the short term. The crypto analyst explained that the Bitcoin price is likely to maintain a downtrend, especially if it continues to be driven by speculative activity. However, the premier cryptocurrency could also quickly gain stability if the BTC spot market sees a resumption of inflows. At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading at $73,485. According to data from CoinMarketCap, the Bitcoin price has barely moved over the past day, recording a 0.3% loss. On the weekly timeframe, however, Bitcoin is down by 2.43%. Featured image from Pexels, chart from Tradingview
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Naval mine discovery heightens US-Iran tensions in Strait of HormuzHeightened US-Iran tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could lead to prolonged maritime disruptions, impacting global oil supply stability. The post Naval mine discovery heightens US-Iran tensions in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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US warns Iran of military action if peace plan conditions rejectedThe US warning to Iran heightens regional tensions, potentially derailing diplomatic efforts and increasing the risk of military conflict. The post US warns Iran of military action if peace plan conditions rejected appeared first on Crypto Briefing .
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XRP Burn Rate Drops 35% Despite Price Recovery SignalXRP sees weakening network activity as market volatility fades demand causing its burn activity to decline while XRP’s price struggles to recover.