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Story: Bitcoin Buyers Take Control as Key Metric Hits 1.1 and Short Squeeze Looms

By Sakamoto Nashi

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Bitcoin’s momentum continues to strengthen as critical indicators now point to growing buyer dominance and the potential for a short squeeze.

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Buy/Sell Ratio Signals Strong Buyer Activity

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One of the most notable metrics is the Taker Buy/Sell Ratio, which recently climbed to 1.1. This indicates aggressive buying by traders in the spot and derivatives markets, a…

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At the same time, Unspent Transaction Output (UTXO) bands reveal that short-term holders are holding onto their profits.

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These two metrics together show that traders are preparing for an extended rally, supported by solid spot demand and fewer signs of early profit-taking.

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Another key signal supporting the bullish thesis comes from the behavior of long-term holders (LTHs). The Realized Cap of this group has surged beyond $56 billion.

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This behavior typically signals strong conviction. Historically, when long-term investors begin locking away supply, Bitcoin enters a more sustained upward trend.

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The data indicates that this cohort is not interested in short-term profits but is instead preparing for higher valuations in the future.

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Older Coins Move, but Selling Pressure Remains Weak

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Some market participants may be concerned about a recent increase in Coin Days Destroyed (CDD), which measures how long coins have remained idle before being moved.

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However, analysts say this doesn’t necessarily point to widespread selling. The move appears modest and may reflect routine portfolio rebalancing or minor profit realization by a…

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Volatility Compression Points to Impending Move

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Bitcoin’s 30-day volatility dropped to 21.68%—its lowest level in nearly a month. Historically, tight volatility ranges tend to lead to sharp breakouts.

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The combination of long-term holder confidence, positive taker buy volume, and a robust short-term trend is creating the conditions for a move higher.

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