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Story: Bitcoin Sees Modest Gains, But Weak Demand May Stall Breakout Hopes

By Pankaj K

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Demand Is Weakening Despite Stable Support. Darkfost also analyzed a metric comparing new supply to long-term held Bitcoin — specifically…

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Bitcoin has made a mild comeback, inching past the $106,000 mark earlier today with a 0.8% gain over the last 24 hours.

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This balance is creating a tight trading zone between $100,000 and $110,000, making it a critical battleground for both bulls and bears.

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According to CryptoQuant analyst Darkfost, there are currently no extreme signals of profit-taking or panic-selling, which suggests that the market is not in distress.

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This data shows that long-term investors are not cashing out in large numbers, allowing Bitcoin to maintain its current level.

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In simple terms, while selling pressure is being absorbed, there is not enough fresh buying activity to trigger a new rally.

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Another CryptoQuant analyst, BorisVest, offered insights based on Binance order flow and position data.

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This kind of coiled tension is often a prelude to increased volatility. According to BorisVest, traders are carefully watching the extremes of this range:

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A break above $110,000 could trigger bullish momentum and signal a continuation of the uptrend.

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A drop below $100,000 might set off a wave of selling, pushing Bitcoin into correction territory.

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Currently, short positions are slightly outweighing longs, indicating growing skepticism about an immediate move higher.

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Funding rate data supports the idea of a market in equilibrium. Rates on major exchanges are currently neutral, suggesting that traders are split almost evenly between bullish…

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As history shows, extended sideways movement often ends with a sharp breakout — the direction of which depends heavily on macro factors, market sentiment, and capital flows.

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With Bitcoin trading just below its all-time highs, the current consolidation phase could be viewed as a healthy pause — if demand returns.

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Regulatory developments or ETF approvals that may trigger renewed institutional interest.

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