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Story: Bitcoin Cycle Theory Declared Obsolete as Institutions Reshape Market

By James Thorp

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Institutional Influence Redefines Market Behavior. The entry of major financial players into the Bitcoin market has triggered structural changes that…

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Community Reaction and Broader Impact. While the crypto community continues to debate the implications of Ju’s comments, there’s growing…

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Stability and Market Data as of July 25, 2025. At the time of Ju’s remarks, Bitcoin was trading at $117,249.08, with a market capitalization of $2.

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A Shift Toward Stability. Experts from Coincu suggest that Bitcoin’s increasing regulatory acceptance and adoption by…

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Looking Ahead. The rejection of Bitcoin cycle theory marks more than just a philosophical shift—it signals a…

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The long-standing belief in Bitcoin’s recurring boom-and-bust cycle may no longer hold true.

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In a statement shared on July 25, 2025, Ju said the typical pattern of buying when large holders (or “whales”) accumulate and selling when retail investors pour in is no longer…

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The entry of major financial players into the Bitcoin market has triggered structural changes that have made the historical four-year cycle increasingly irrelevant.

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“Institutional absorption has replaced the cycle theory,” Ju said. He added that these investors are more focused on steady, long-term exposure than frequent trading.

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This development represents a major turning point in Bitcoin’s evolution, with long-term stability and steady growth becoming more realistic outcomes than the dramatic boom-bust…

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While the crypto community continues to debate the implications of Ju’s comments, there’s growing acknowledgment that Bitcoin is undergoing a structural transformation.

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John Smith, Director at Coinbase, also weighed in on the shift, suggesting that institutional participation is not just influencing Bitcoin but also shaping the direction of…

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“It's not just Bitcoin anymore—this trend is likely to impact other digital assets as institutions look beyond BTC for long-term exposure,” Smith commented.

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At the time of Ju’s remarks, Bitcoin was trading at $117,249.08, with a market capitalization of $2.33 trillion and a market dominance of 60.86%, according to CoinMarketCap.

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Bitcoin's circulating supply now stands at 19,896,993 BTC, approaching its maximum cap of 21 million.

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