Bitcoin (BTC) — Onchain News & Whale Tracking

Arthur Hayes on Japan's Interest Rate Hike: Yen to Drop to 200 Against Dollar, Bitcoin to Rise to One Million Dollars

On December 19, Arthur Hayes weighed in on Japan’s interest rate policy, saying: “Don’t fight the Bank of Japan—negative real rates are their trump card.”

He also forecast: “The yen will fall to 200 against the dollar, and Bitcoin will hit $1 million.”

Han Mu Xia: Japan's Interest Rate Hike Fully Priced In, Bitcoin $112,500 Seen as Strong Resistance

On December 19, Chinese crypto analyst Banmuxia released a video noting the market has fully priced in Japan’s recent interest rate hike, while the future path of rate increases still requires further observation. Banmuxia again emphasized two key premises for his bullish stance on Bitcoin: **the Federal Reserve’s balance sheet expansion and Bitcoin’s technical structure being in a sideways consolidation phase**. Through technical analysis, he identified Bitcoin’s key resistance range as $98,600 to $107,000, with $112,500 acting as a strong resistance level—though he noted the market will likely face high complexity during this period.

During a whale market rebound, 720 bitcoins were withdrawn from Binance.

Breaking (Dec. 19): A whale has withdrawn 720 Bitcoin—valued at roughly $62.79 million—from Binance just 10 minutes ago, per Onchain Lens data.

Japanese Yen Hike: The Boot Has Dropped, Bitcoin Responds with a Jump of over 2.19%

On December 19th, per HTX market data, Bitcoin surged over 2.19% amid market concerns that the “shoe dropped” on a Japanese Yen interest rate hike, last trading at $87,489. Prior to this, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) raised its policy rate by 25 basis points as scheduled, noting it will continue to hike rates if economic and price conditions align with its forecasts and improve in line with economic and price trends.

The Bank of Japan has raised interest rates three times before, and each time Bitcoin has experienced a drop of over 20%.

**December 19th** Market data shows the Bank of Japan (BOJ) has hiked interest rates three times since 2024: March 2024, July 2024, and January of this year. For decades, a large share of global capital market liquidity has stemmed from Japan—not just the U.S. Japan’s long-running zero or negative interest rate policy (NIRP), paired with an ultra-loose monetary environment, has effectively acted as a low-cost funding ATM for the global financial system. As a result, BOJ rate hikes have delivered a significant tightening effect on global liquidity. Bitcoin has fallen in price following each of the three hikes, with declines of 23.06%, 26.61%, and 31.89% respectively. However, the latest BOJ rate hike was well anticipated, and the market has already priced it in. Whether this round will trigger a similar Bitcoin price drop as seen previously remains uncertain.

Delphi Digital Outlook 2026: Bitcoin Poised to Rise in a Liquidity-Fueled Environment

On December 19, Delphi Digital said in its 2026 Market Outlook Report that the global macro environment is shifting from differentiation to convergence, as major central banks pivot to rate cuts and fiscal deficits lift liquidity demand. With the Federal Reserve’s quantitative tightening (QT) nearing its end, the Treasury General Account (TGA) likely to decline, and the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) ramping up support, global liquidity is expected to improve in 2026. Notably, the market won’t see 2020-level liquidity, but conditions now support a clearer, more predictable easing pace. Major central bank policies are starting to align, and deficit spending is driving greater debt monetization, the report added. The report also noted that global M2 hitting new highs alongside gold prices—plus ongoing central bank gold purchases—points to a continued currency depreciation trend. Historically, Bitcoin and similar assets tend to benefit when gold outperforms Bitcoin on liquidity me

Brazilian Police Thwart Bitcoin Robbery, Arrest 8 Suspects

On December 19, Brazil’s S?o Paulo State Police announced they had arrested eight suspects linked to a Bitcoin robbery as part of a large-scale operation codenamed “Cryptonita.” One suspect remains at large. The victim had disclosed their Bitcoin investment to a worker during an office renovation, then was robbed by an armed group in November 2024. Within roughly an hour, the group forced the victim to transfer Bitcoin worth approximately $54,000. They also made off with a truck valued at $36,200, plus cell phones and laptops. Tracing on-chain transaction records, police found the suspects set up shell companies to launder the stolen funds. Most have prior criminal records and connections to the construction industry. (Source: CriptoNoticias)

「BTC OG Insider Whale」 Deposits $447.3 Million in Bitcoin to Binance, Long Position Shows Over $76 Million in Unrealized Losses

Crypto Market Faces Another Overnight Plunge, Bitcoin Dips Below $85,000, Total Crypto Market Cap Drops Below $3 Trillion

Dec 19 — The crypto market took another hit overnight. Per HTX market data: - Bitcoin dipped below $85,000 to a low of $84,450, now trading at $85,382 (24-hour drop: 0.68%) - Ethereum briefly fell under $2,800, currently at $2,825 (24-hour decline: 0.02%) - SOL dropped below $120, down 2.81% in 24 hours - Total crypto market cap fell below $3 trillion, now at $2.96 trillion (24-hour decrease: 1.1%) Some altcoins led losses, including: - PUMP: $0.00186 (-11.41% 24h) - GIGGLE: $0.00186 (-11.41% 24h) - AXL: $0.086 (-9.3% 24h) - DOLO: $0.034 (-8.7% 24h) - VELODROME: $0.0197 (-8.8% 24h) U.S. stocks closed higher across the board: - Dow +0.14% - S&P 500 +0.79% - Nasdaq Composite +1.38% Nvidia climbed nearly 2%, Tesla surged over 3%. Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT.O) soared 41.9% after yesterday’s after-hours news that it will merge with TAE Technologies in an all-stock deal (expected to close mid-2026). The merged entity plans to select a site in 2026 an

Bitwise Files S-1 Registration Statement for Spot Bitcoin ETF with SEC

Dec. 19: Bitwise has filed an S-1 registration statement for a spot Bitcoin ETF with the U.S. SEC, per market reports.

The SEC Charges Bitcoin Mining Firm VBit CEO with Embezzling $48.5 Million

December 18th, per The Block, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged Danh C. Vo—founder and CEO of Bitcoin mining firm VBit—with embezzling $48.5 million, some of which he used for gambling and gifting to family members. The SEC says Vo and VBit Technologies Corp. collectively raised over $95.6 million from roughly 6,400 investors. Related charges are laid out in a lawsuit filed Wednesday in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware. The regulator noted Vo made false statements to investors about VBit’s Bitcoin mining operations and how investment funds would be used. Vo also told investors VBit would offer an “all-in-one solution” for everyday people, letting them earn passive income via Bitcoin mining without the hassle of managing mining rigs themselves.

Bitcoin briefly drops below $88,000

December 18th — Per HTX market data, Bitcoin briefly fell below $88,000 and is currently trading at $88,081, with its 24-hour gain narrowing to 0.8%.

Bitcoin Surges Above $89,000

December 18 — Per HTX market data, Bitcoin has rebounded above $89,000, currently trading at $89,012, with a 1.6% gain over the past 24 hours.

Analyst: Bitcoin Options Long-Short Setup Diverges, Funding Flows Indicate Cautious Sentiment

On December 18, Derive founder Nick Forster told *The Block* that traders have shifted sharply toward defensive structural positioning. Bitcoin’s 30-day implied volatility has climbed to nearly 45%, while skew remains around -5%—and longer-term skew is anchored at that level through Q1 and Q2 of next year. Ahead of the upcoming expiry, market positions show clear polarization: call option open interest is still building at $100,000 and $120,000 strike prices, indicating some traders are still betting on a potential sharp Bitcoin rebound. However, overall fund flows signal heightened caution. Forster noted shorts are building a "significant amount of put option exposure" near the $85,000 strike to hedge against a short-term Bitcoin drop below this key level. He added that option-implied probabilities still reflect a challenging market: the market assigns Bitcoin only ~30% odds of hitting $100,000 and ~10% odds of reclaiming its all-time high.

Viewpoint: Recently, Bitcoin's long-term holders have been increasing selling pressure

On December 18, Glassnode analyst Chris Beamish drew on data from the Bitcoin HODLer Net Position Change metric to note that current long-term BTC holders are continuing to distribute their holdings. With additional supply entering the market, selling pressure is mounting.

Norwegian travel retail company TRN now accepts Bitcoin payments at Oslo Airport

December 18, Norwegian Travel Retail Company (TRN) announced it is now accepting Bitcoin payments at Oslo Airport. The payment service is powered by Satoshi Consult, whose solution adheres to Norwegian regulatory requirements. Currently, the service only supports orders for in-store pickup upon arrival in Oslo, but TRN is weighing expanding the option to additional locations and payment methods. Bitcoin payments won’t come with extra fees, though network or platform charges may apply to customers’ wallets.

Bitcoin has dropped by 23.76% since Q4, marking its second-worst quarterly performance in history.

On December 18, Coinglass data shows Bitcoin has fallen 23.76% cumulatively since the start of Q4. Historically, only Bitcoin’s 42.16% Q4 2018 drop was steeper than the current decline. Likewise, Ethereum has dropped 31.54% cumulatively this Q4—only outperforming its 2016 (39.47% decline) and 2018 (41.62% decline) Q4 performances.

Bitcoin Short-Term Breaks Above $87,000

On December 18, per HTX market data, Bitcoin briefly surged above $87,000. It was last trading at $86,994, down 0.27% over the past 24 hours.

CryptoQuant Analyst: Bitcoin Price Has Dropped Below Short-Term Holder's Average Buy Price

CryptoQuant analyst @AxelAdlerJr noted in a post on December 18 that Bitcoin’s price has fallen below the average entry price for short-term holders—with the 30-day STH-SOPR (short-term holder Spent Output Profit Ratio) dropping to 0.98, per the chart. Two on-chain metrics signal rising selling pressure from new market entrants. Notably, the 30-day STH-SOPR tracks the average profitability of short-term holder selloffs: values above 1 mean profitable exits, while below 1 signals losses. The chart shows this moving average has fallen to the 0.98 level, meaning short-term holders are, on average, selling at a loss. A further drop in the metric would amplify selling pressure and trigger fresh local lows. Current sentiment leans heavily risk-averse toward short-term Bitcoin positions. Key reversal confirmation signals include: price moving above the actual STH entry price, and SOPR climbing back above 1.

glassnode: Option Market Reinforces Bitcoin's Range-Bound Pattern, with a Range of $81,000 to $95,000

On December 18, Glassnode released its weekly market analysis, noting that the market continues to oscillate within a fragile, time-sensitive structure—driven by heavy supply, ongoing realized losses, and steadily weakening demand. Bitcoin’s price was rejected around $93,000 before pulling back to $85,600, reflecting dense supply accumulation in the $93,000–$120,000 range. Previous strong buyers have consistently capped rebound attempts. As long as price stays below the 0.75 percentile (roughly $95,000) and fails to reclaim the short-term holding cost benchmark of $101,500, upside potential will remain limited. Despite downward pressure, patient demand has so far kept realized market value near $81,300, halting further declines. Spot demand remains selective, corporate fund flows are intermittent, and futures positions continue to reduce risk rather than rebuild confidence. The options market has reinforced this range-bound pattern: near-month contract volatility has narrowed,

Opinion: Bitcoin Short-Term Downside Target Price is $70,000

On December 18, cryptocurrency analyst @alicharts shared a market note, noting Bitcoin is breaking out of a flag consolidation pattern and targeting $70,000.

Yesterday, the US Bitcoin spot ETF saw a net inflow of $457.3 million, while the Ethereum spot ETF experienced a net outflow of $22.4 million.

According to data from Farside Investors, on December 18, U.S. Bitcoin spot ETFs posted a net inflow of $457.3 million yesterday, with individual fund flows as follows: - BlackRock IBIT: +$1.112 billion - Fidelity FBTC: +$3.915 billion - Bitwise BITB: -$8.4 million - ARK ARKB: -$37 million Separately, U.S. Ethereum spot ETFs recorded a net outflow of $22.4 million yesterday, including: - BlackRock ETHA: -$19.6 million - Fidelity FETH: -$2.8 million

If Bitcoin drops below $84,000, the mainstream CEX's aggregated long liquidation volume will reach 915 million.

As of December 18th, Coinglass data shows that if Bitcoin drops below $84,000, the cumulative long liquidation strength across major centralized exchanges (CEXs) will reach $915 million. Conversely, should Bitcoin rise above $89,000, the cumulative short liquidation strength for these mainstream CEXs will hit $1.463 billion. **BlockBeats Note:** Liquidation charts do not display the exact number or value of contracts subject to liquidation. Instead, the bars on these charts represent the relative importance of each liquidation cluster compared to neighboring clusters—i.e., their "strength." This means the charts indicate how significantly Bitcoin’s price will be impacted when it hits a given level: a taller "liquidation bar" signals a more intense price reaction due to a liquidity cascade once that price point is reached.

Bitcoin Dips Below $86,000 This Morning

December 18: Bitcoin dropped below $86k this morning, per HTX market data, posting a 1.87% 24-hour decline.

If Bitcoin drops below $85,000, the mainstream CEX long liquidation volume will reach $1.052 billion

On December 18, Coinglass data shows cumulative long liquidation intensity across major centralized exchanges (CEXs) will hit $1.052 billion if Bitcoin falls below $85,000. Conversely, cumulative short liquidation intensity on these same major CEXs will reach $371 million if Bitcoin climbs above $88,000. BlockBeats Note: Liquidation charts do not display the exact number or value of contracts set to be liquidated. Instead, the bars on these charts represent the relative importance of each liquidation cluster compared to adjacent clusters — i.e., "intensity." As such, the charts indicate how significantly an asset’s price reaching a specific level will be impacted. A taller "liquidation bar" means the price will face a more intense reaction at that point due to a liquidity cascade.

Bitcoin Falls Below $87,000

As of December 18th, per HTX market data, Bitcoin has fallen below $87,000 and is currently trading at $86,380, marking a 1.75% decline over the past 24 hours.

Bitcoin Faces 'Black Swan Event' Market Movement, Falls Below $88,000

Bitcoin experienced a flash crash on December 17. After briefly topping $90,000, it has since fallen below $88,000 and is currently trading at $87,333, with a 24-hour drop of 0.50%.

「HODLer」 Goes Long on Bitcoin with 40x Leverage, Currently Down 65%

December 17th — Per monitoring from HyperInsight (via its Telegram channel @HyperInsight), crypto whale Huang Licheng opened a 40x leveraged long position on Bitcoin. The position totals 17 BTC, with an entry price of $89,663.9 and a liquidation price of $35,504.5. This long position is now down 65%. The account’s total unrealized loss across its long positions has reached $52,000, having previously held unrealized gains of over $300,000.

Bitcoin Drops Below $89,000

On December 17th, per HTX market data, Bitcoin dropped below $89,000, with its 24-hour percentage change narrowing to 1.81%.

Bitcoin Surges Above $90,000

On December 17, per HTX market data, Bitcoin rebounded and crossed the $90,000 mark, up 3.18% over the past 24 hours.

Bitcoin Surges Above $89,000

Bitcoin rebounded to break above $89,000 on December 17, per HTX market data, posting a 24-hour gain of 2.07%.

K33: Bitcoin Long-Term Holder Sell Pressure Approaching "Saturation," Distribution Phase Nearing End

**K33: Long-Term Bitcoin Holder Selling Pressure Nearing Saturation** Research and brokerage firm K33 noted in a report published yesterday that selling pressure from long-term Bitcoin holders is approaching saturation after years of distribution, with on-chain selling pressure expected to ease gradually. K33 research director Vetle Lunde said that since 2024, the supply of Bitcoin held for over two years has been steadily declining: roughly 1.6 million BTC (valued at ~$138 billion at current prices) has been reactivated and flowed into the market, reflecting ongoing on-chain selling by early holders. Lunde added this scale far exceeds what technical migrations or structural adjustments can explain, indicating substantial distribution activity. The report highlighted that 2024 and 2025 rank as the second and third-highest years in Bitcoin’s history for long-term supply recirculation, trailing only 2017. Unlike 2017’s cycle—driven primarily by ICOs, altcoin trading, and incenti

Analysis: Bitcoin's current round of decline is "different from the past," not accompanied by a major crisis but with continuous fund outflows

As of December 17, Bloomberg reports Bitcoin is on track for its fourth annual decline in history—and the first time a pullback has occurred without a major scandal or industry-wide meltdown. Analysis notes the downturn is unfolding even as institutional participation grows, the regulatory landscape matures, and the crypto sector gets public backing from U.S. President Trump, catching markets off guard. Since hitting an all-time high above $126,000 in early October, Bitcoin has pulled back sharply. Trading volumes are currently low as investors continue exiting related products. Data shows U.S.-listed Bitcoin spot ETFs have seen net outflows of over $5.2 billion since October 10, market depth has dropped ~30% from its yearly peak, and there’s little appetite for a rebound in the derivatives market. Unlike prior bear markets, this pullback wasn’t triggered by exchange collapses, heavy-handed regulation, or systemic risk events. The three prior annual drops stemmed from: Mt. Gox’s co

Early Bitcoin Investor Nick Rose Doubles Down on Bitcoin Mining with AI Data Center

December 17: Orion Compute—founded by early Bitcoin investor Nick Rose—today announced its entry into large-scale Bitcoin mining and AI data center infrastructure development, with an initial focus on emerging markets boasting abundant low-cost energy. Orion Compute noted that as global AI data center investments accelerate, North America and Western Europe face rising electricity costs, grid congestion, and power supply risks. The firm plans to deploy computing infrastructure in regions with energy surpluses and low utilization rates to slash electricity costs and ensure uninterrupted power supply. In the short term, Orion Compute will prioritize projects in West Texas, U.S., before expanding to emerging economies once regulatory and infrastructure conditions mature. For its strategy, the company is using a phased deployment model: initially leveraging cost-effective AI hardware (like Nvidia A100 GPUs) to cut capital expenditures and optimize energy and operational systems; subs

Binance Pool 2025 Retrospective Report: 30% Growth in Network-Wide Bitcoin Hash Rate, Global Mining Landscape Continues to Expand

On December 17, Binance unveiled its 2025 Binance Mining Pool Review Report. The Bitcoin network’s hash rate climbed from 795 EH/s to 1,031 EH/s this year, posting a 30% year-over-year (YoY) growth—largely fueled by large-scale institutional miners expanding operations globally and deploying new hash power. Binance Pool rolled out over 20 system upgrades, launched 10 initiatives (including 8 Super Mining events), and awarded extra income (beyond regular mining rewards) to 590 miners. Looking ahead to 2026, Binance Mining Pool will prioritize user experience enhancements, infrastructure development, and expanding Super Mining activities to deliver greater value to miners.

Bloomberg Strategist: Bitcoin is Headed to $10,000, Risk-Reward Structure Has Shifted

On December 17, Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone stated Bitcoin faces retracement pressure, with its price expected to fall near $10,000. MicroStrategy founder Michael Saylor recently told the Miami Economic Club: “We used money we couldn’t afford to lose to buy Bitcoin.” McGlone noted he admires Saylor, adding that Saylor’s 2020 entry into Bitcoin (when prices hovered around $10,000) drove a 10x surge in its value. However, he said many key market expectations have already been met: the launch of ETFs, U.S. leaders acknowledging Bitcoin’s benefits, and broader mainstream adoption. Today, CoinMarketCap lists 28,000 cryptocurrencies—up from just one in 2009. With major positive developments materializing, the surge in crypto assets, and market expectations fully priced in, the short-term risk-reward structure has shifted.

A certain new wallet has accumulated 775.11 bitcoins, worth $67.23 million.

On December 17, OnchainLens analytics show a recently created wallet has withdrawn 775.11 BTC (valued at $67.23 million) from Binance.

The Bhutanese Government has pledged to use 10,000 bitcoins to build the "City of Mindfulness."

**Cointelegraph: Bhutan to Deploy 10,000 Bitcoins for Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC)** On December 17, Bhutan’s government announced it will use 10,000 bitcoins from its reserves to build **Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC)**—a special administrative region set to launch in 2024. Located in southern Bhutan’s Gelephu town, GMC aims to curb youth emigration by creating high-value local jobs and becoming the country’s new economic hub. It will attract businesses across finance, tourism, green energy, tech, healthcare, and agriculture, offering regulatory flexibility for crypto and fintech firms while advancing Bitcoin mining in Bhutan. GMC covers roughly 10% of Bhutan’s territory (about 1,544 square miles). Bhutan’s Bitcoin reserves rank fifth globally (most from mining), totaling around 11,286 coins—valued at over $986 million.

Opinion: If Bitcoin does not possess quantum attack resistance by 2028, the price may fall below $50,000

**December 17th** Capriole Investments founder Charles Edwards—who leads a quantitative Bitcoin and digital asset fund—warned via Cointelegraph that Bitcoin’s price could drop below $50,000 if the network fails to develop quantum computing resistance by 2028. Quantum computing’s potential threat to the crypto industry has long loomed as a critical inflection point: Advanced quantum machines could theoretically break encryption algorithms, exposing user private keys and leaving funds or sensitive data vulnerable to malicious actors. While the risk is widely viewed as distant, Edwards predicts it could materialize as early as 2028 without timely industry action—potentially hammering Bitcoin’s value.

Yesterday, Bitcoin ETF saw a net outflow of $2.772 billion, while Ethereum ETF saw a net outflow of $2.242 billion.

Per Farside Investors data released December 17, Bitcoin ETFs recorded a net outflow of $277.2 million on December 16, while Ethereum ETFs saw $224.2 million in net outflows the same day.

Polymarket predicts a 32% probability of "Bitcoin dropping below $80,000 in December"

As of December 17, Polymarket data indicates Bitcoin has a 32% probability of dropping below $80,000 in December, 6% odds of falling below $70,000, and a 9% chance of surpassing $100,000.

Bitcoin Falls Below $87,000

On December 17th, per HTX market data, Bitcoin dropped below $87,000, posting a 1.49% 24-hour change.

Michael Saylor: Quantum Computing Will Not Break Bitcoin, But Instead Enhance Its Security and Reduce Supply

On December 17, MicroStrategy founder Michael Saylor shared a message: “Bitcoin’s Quantum Leap: Quantum computing won’t crack Bitcoin—instead, it’ll make the cryptocurrency stronger. As the network upgrades, active Bitcoin holdings will be migrated to more secure addresses, while lost Bitcoin will be permanently frozen. Enhanced security and a reduced supply will make Bitcoin more powerful.” ### Notes on American English adjustments: 1. **Clarity & Accuracy**: Added *MicroStrategy* (Saylor’s actual company—"Strategy" is incomplete for U.S. audiences). 2. **Natural Flow**: Used contractions (*won’t, it’ll*) common in casual/tech discourse; replaced rigid commas with em dashes for smoother contrast. 3. **Precision**: Swapped "moved" for *migrated* (tech-specific term) and "bitcoins" for *Bitcoin holdings* (standard phrasing). 4. **Brevity**: Condensed repetitive "Bitcoin therefore becomes more powerful" to a tight, punchy clause. 5. **Date Format**: Added *On* (standard for U

If Bitcoin breaks above $89,000, the mainstream CEX cumulative short liquidation intensity will reach 702 million.

On December 17th, Coinglass data shows that if Bitcoin breaks above $89,000, total short liquidation intensity across major centralized exchanges (CEXs) will reach $702 million. Conversely, if Bitcoin falls below $85,000, total long liquidation intensity for these major CEXs will hit $1.244 billion. BlockBeats Note: Liquidation charts do not show the exact number of contracts to be liquidated or their precise value. Instead, the bars on these charts reflect the relative importance of each liquidation cluster compared to adjacent ones—meaning "intensity." In short, the charts indicate how strongly a price level will react when hit: a taller "liquidation bar" signals a more intense price response driven by liquidity flows.

Bitwise: Bitcoin is expected to reach a new all-time high in 2026, the halving effect has significantly diminished, and the emergence of 10.11 has reduced the likelihood of a major market crash.

December 17 Cryptocurrency investment firm and index fund manager Bitwise says Bitcoin will hit a new all-time high in 2026, despite a two-month slump. Bitwise CEO Matt Hougan noted that Bitcoin has historically followed a four-year cycle—three years of strong growth followed by a deep pullback year. Under that cycle, 2026 would typically be a pullback year. But we don’t think that’s going to happen. In our view, the key drivers of that four-year cycle—Bitcoin halvings, interest rate cycles, and crypto market swings tied to leverage—have weakened significantly compared to past cycles. - **Halving Impact**: Each subsequent Bitcoin halving is, by definition, only half as impactful as the one before it. - **Interest Rates**: Rates spiked sharply in 2018 and 2022, weighing on prices—but we expect rates to fall in 2026. - **Bubble Risk**: After record liquidations in October 2025, relative deleveraging and better regulation have cut the odds of a major market crash. More i

Bitcoin Breaks $88,000, 24-hour Gain 1.38%

On December 16th, HTX Market Data shows Bitcoin has surpassed $88,000, posting a 24-hour gain of 1.38%.

The Trump Family-Associated Mining Firm ABTC Ranks in Top 20 Bitcoin Treasury Companies

Associated Press (AP) reported on December 16 that American Bitcoin (ABTC)—a mining firm affiliated with the Trump family—held approximately 5,098 bitcoins in its strategic reserve as of December 14, 2025, placing it among the top 20 publicly listed Bitcoin treasury reserve companies globally. Eric Trump, ABTC’s co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer, said: “I’m incredibly proud of the tremendous growth we’ve achieved. In just over three months since our Nasdaq listing, ABTC’s Bitcoin reserve has cracked the top 20 of publicly listed Bitcoin treasury reserve firms worldwide—proof of our explosive growth rate and robust expansion capabilities.”

Bitcoin Surges Above $87,000

December 16 — HTX market data shows Bitcoin rebounded past $87,000, with its 24-hour decline narrowing to 3.25%.

Bitcoin Withdrawal Recovery, 4,640.56 BTC Net Outflow from CEX in the Last 24 Hours

**Bitcoin (BTC) CEX Flows: Dec 16 Data (Coinglass)** Over the past 24 hours, total net BTC outflows from centralized exchanges (CEXs) reached 4,640.56 BTC, according to Coinglass. Top 3 CEXs by BTC outflows: - Coinbase Pro: 6,060.16 BTC out - Kraken: 1,374.16 BTC out - Bybit: 618.90 BTC out Notably, Binance led inflows with 2,958.27 BTC added.

Analysis: As Bitcoin experiences a 30% pullback, the "Whale Address" is accumulating at the fastest pace in 13 years

December 16th — According to a Cointelegraph report, Bitcoin has retraced roughly 30% from its ~$126,000 all-time high and is hovering around the key $85,000 support level. On-chain data shows mid-sized holders and some institutional funds are ramping up accumulation. Glassnode figures indicate addresses holding 100–1,000 BTC (often called mid-tier whales) accumulated ~54,000 BTC over the past week. Their total holdings rose from ~3.521 million BTC to 3.575 million BTC — a pace of accumulation not seen since 2012, signaling clear bottom-fishing amid the sharp pullback. Still, upside potential remains capped by selling pressure from larger holders. Data shows long-term and “OG” whales (holding 10,000+ BTC) have steadily reduced positions over the past two months. Capriole Investments founder Charles Edwards noted record institutional buying is being absorbed by long-term holders at a rate unseen in years — a dynamic that could keep suppressing Bitcoin’s price action short-term.