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Bitcoin (BTC) has climbed back above the $75,000 mark, trading near $75,980 as improving geopolitical sentiment lifts risk assets. The cryptocurrency gained roughly 1.5% over the past 24 hours and 1.7% over the week, supported by news that Iran will send a delegation to Pakistan for another round of ceasefire negotiations. The development has helped stabilize global markets and renewed investor appetite for crypto.
Altcoins also moved higher. Ethereum (ETH) rose to around $2,310, XRP advanced to $1.43, and BNB hovered near $630. Solana (SOL) lagged slightly versus other top cryptocurrencies, posting modest daily gains but remaining down on a weekly basis.
Global equities continued their upward momentum, with the MSCI All Country World Index extending its rally, led by strong performance in Asian tech stocks.
Despite the rebound, Bitcoin has underperformed equities during this recent cycle. One key factor is persistent negative funding rates in Bitcoin perpetual futures, which have remained below zero for over 40 days—the longest stretch since the 2022 FTX collapse. This suggests traders have continued to hold bearish positioning even as prices recover.
Institutional demand remains a bright spot. Spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted nearly $1 billion in inflows last week, while Ethereum ETFs also saw significant capital entry. Analysts suggest that a decisive break above $76,000 could trigger a short squeeze and open the path toward $85,000.
On-chain data presents mixed signals. Bitcoin mining companies sold a record 32,000 BTC in the first quarter, reflecting ongoing pressure on profitability. While mining difficulty has slightly decreased and hashrate is recovering, sustained price growth may depend on whether the market can absorb continued miner selling.
In the short term, traders are closely watching geopolitical developments and the upcoming ceasefire deadline, which could influence whether Bitcoin pushes higher or retreats below $74,000.
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