Spurs – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com Latest Crypto News Sun, 31 Aug 2025 06:10:51 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.7 https://i0.wp.com/earlybirdsinvest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cropped-New-Project-2024-12-17T235703.455.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Spurs – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com 32 32 240146708 Bitcoin Daily Close Spurs Caution – $110,500 Breakdown Could Shift Momentum https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bitcoin-daily-close-spurs-caution-110500-breakdown-could-shift-momentum/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bitcoin-daily-close-spurs-caution-110500-breakdown-could-shift-momentum/#respond Sun, 31 Aug 2025 06:10:50 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bitcoin-daily-close-spurs-caution-110500-breakdown-could-shift-momentum/ Cryptowzrd, in a fresh update on Bitcoin’s daily technical outlook, noted that the market closed bearish, leaving room for further downside. A decisive close below the $110,500 support could mark a key shift, making lower levels worth watching. 

Daily Candle Signals Bearish Pressure For Bitcoin

Cryptowzrd expanded on his outlook by pointing out that Bitcoin’s daily candle closed bearish, with price now trading beneath the $110,500 support zone. This breakdown is significant and could invite further selling pressure in the sessions ahead if buyers fail to reclaim the level.

He emphasized that holding below this support opens the door for a potential move toward the $100,000 mark. However, a strong bullish candle and a swift recovery could invalidate the bearish setup, restoring confidence for buyers.

In the analysis, he also highlighted the performance of Bitcoin Dominance (BTC.D), which closed indecisively while displaying weakness. This weakness in dominance is often viewed as a positive signal for altcoins, as it suggests capital is flowing away from Bitcoin and into alternative assets.

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Such a shift in market dominance reflects growing market confidence in altcoins. When Bitcoin dominance stalls or declines, it tends to fuel altcoin rallies, allowing traders to diversify into promising setups across the market.

Finally, he noted that markets are heading into the monthly transition period, a time often associated with increased volatility and mixed sentiment. Going into the weekend, he emphasized the importance of staying rational and avoiding overextending in either direction, maintaining measured strategies while waiting for clearer confirmation signals.

BTC Volatility Dominates Intraday Trading

Cryptowzrd highlighted that today’s intraday chart displayed sharp volatility with a clear bearish tone, as Bitcoin slipped and is currently holding below the $110,400 intraday support. This level has now become critical, as losing it signals weakening buyer strength and raises the risk of further downside pressure. 

He explained that if Bitcoin retests $110,400 and fails to reclaim it, the level could flip into resistance. Such a scenario would likely trigger a short setup, with price action targeting the $105,500 support area or even extending lower if bearish momentum accelerates. This makes the $110,400 region a decisive battleground for traders closely watching intraday setups.

On the other hand, Cryptowzrd pointed out that a strong reclaim and hold above $110,400 could shift momentum back in favor of the bulls, opening the door for further upside pressure. However, the crypto analyst emphasized that the market currently lacks clarity, and traders should exercise caution before rushing in.

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Crypto Slide Spurs $1B Leverage Flush, But It's a Healthy Pullback, Analysts Say https://earlybirdsinvest.com/crypto-slide-spurs-1b-leverage-flush-but-its-a-healthy-pullback-analysts-say/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/crypto-slide-spurs-1b-leverage-flush-but-its-a-healthy-pullback-analysts-say/#respond Thu, 14 Aug 2025 17:04:26 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/crypto-slide-spurs-1b-leverage-flush-but-its-a-healthy-pullback-analysts-say/

Crypto prices slipped Thursday after an unexpectedly hot PPI inflation print, but analysts said it’s just a pullback within the rally.

The CoinDesk 20 Index of largest cryptocurrencies fell 2.1% over the past 24 hours, with bitcoin

dropping 2.3%. XRP lost 4.6% with ether (ETH) outperforming by edging down 0.7%.

“The pullback is, in my view, simply a recalibration in an otherwise bullish trend,” said David Siemer, co-founder and CEO of Wave Digital Assets. “Bitcoin remains firmly entrenched as the anchor of institutional crypto strategies.”

Bitcoin’s (BTC) rush to new all-time highs over $124,000 was fueled by rising expectations for Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts in September coupled with surging ETF inflows and institutional adoption.

The Thursday reversal to as low as $118,000 was “equally normal,” he said.

“After such a sharp rally, profit-taking tends to set in, and we saw short-term traders liquidate their positions and take gains,” Siemer said. “In addition, higher-than-expected inflation data, particularly around core consumer prices, has tempered some of the Fed optimism that drove the rally.

“It’s a healthy consolidation rather than a reversal,” he concluded.

Joel Kruger, market strategist of LMAX Group shared a similar view.

“It comes as no surprise to see a round of profit taking kick in following some impressive moves in crypto markets this week,” Kruger wrote in a morning note. “But overall, the outlook remains highly constructive and dips should be well supported.”

Looking ahead, key risks for crypto prices are potential overextension of valuations, geopolitical turbulence or economic data that could recalibrate Fed projections, Kruger added.

Still, late bulls were punished for their exuberance. The shakeout triggered a massive leverage flush, liquidating over $1 billion in leveraged trading positions across all crypto derivatives over the past 24 hours, mostly longs betting on rising prices, CoinGlass data shows.

Crypto liquidations (CoinGlass)

Crypto liquidations (CoinGlass)

That’s the largest long liquidation since at least the late July-early August plunge. That time, BTC dipped below $112,000 and many altcoins saw double-digit pullbacks, eventually carving out the local bottom for most of the digital asset market.

“The ‘I guess opening a 50x long after a 7-day 50% move was not the best idea’ type of shakeout here,” well-followed trader Bob Loukas said in an X post.

Read more: Bitcoin Hits $124K Record as 4 Tailwinds Align: Crypto Daybook Americas

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Europe’s Crypto Map Shifts: MiCA Spurs 14 Stablecoin Issuers, 39 CASPs, and Counting https://earlybirdsinvest.com/europes-crypto-map-shifts-mica-spurs-14-stablecoin-issuers-39-casps-and-counting/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/europes-crypto-map-shifts-mica-spurs-14-stablecoin-issuers-39-casps-and-counting/#respond Sun, 13 Jul 2025 17:15:59 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/europes-crypto-map-shifts-mica-spurs-14-stablecoin-issuers-39-casps-and-counting/

Europe’s landmark crypto regulation, MiCA, is now six months into its full rollout, quietly reshaping the rules for crypto firms and stablecoin issuers.

New licenses, stablecoin approvals, and early compliance trends hint at how the bloc’s ambitious regulatory experiment is unfolding.

MiCA Marks Six Months

As of July, 14 stablecoin (e-money token) issuers from seven EU countries, including France, Germany, Malta, and the Netherlands, have secured authorization.

These countries have collectively issued 20 EMTs: 12 euro-denominated, seven dollar-denominated, and one Czech koruna-denominated, according to the update shared by Circle Director of EU Strategy and Policy Advisor Patrick Hansen.

Meanwhile, 39 CASPs are now MiCA-licensed across nine EU/EEA jurisdictions, with Germany and the Netherlands leading license issuances. These licensed entities span traditional financial institutions such as BBVA and Clearstream, fintech players like N26 and eToro, and crypto-native firms including Coinbase, Kraken, and Bitpanda.

Interestingly, no asset-referenced token (ART) issuers have emerged, which means that limited market demand in this segment despite regulatory clarity. Around 30 whitepapers under MiCA Title II have been notified for crypto-assets, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, which reflects a growing interest in compliant token offerings.

The Netherlands, Poland, Hungary, Latvia, Slovenia, and Finland have now completed their transition periods. The Dutch AFM has emerged as an active licensing authority. However, over 35 firms have been flagged as non-compliant CASPs, primarily by Italy’s CONSOB.

Hansen tweeted,

“6 months into its full application, MiCA is clearly gaining momentum. Companies across Europe are seeking to receive their license in order to passport their services into 30 EEA countries. The race is on!”

Impact

As MiCA’s rollout continues, all eyes are now turning to what the regulation will mean in numbers for Europe’s existing crypto players. According to a report by CoinLaw, over 10,000 crypto businesses in the EU will face direct regulatory changes, while 80% of exchanges will need to adjust compliance frameworks to align with MiCA’s standards.

42% of crypto startups expect higher operational costs due to these compliance changes, and the market is also set for significant growth. Regulated stablecoins are projected to see a 35% rise in market capitalization as investor confidence strengthens under clearer rules.

Additionally, more than 60% of investors believe MiCA will improve transparency and reduce fraud within the sector, despite the compliance challenges. Zooming out, the EU crypto market is projected to reach $1.2 trillion by the end of 2025, and over 75% of crypto firms are expected to appoint dedicated compliance officers by mid-2025 to navigate the requirements effectively.

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Bitcoin’s High Euphoria Spurs UK Company’s $5 Million Buy https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bitcoins-high-euphoria-spurs-uk-companys-5-million-buy/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bitcoins-high-euphoria-spurs-uk-companys-5-million-buy/#respond Thu, 12 Jun 2025 10:54:48 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bitcoins-high-euphoria-spurs-uk-companys-5-million-buy/

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A handful of UK-listed companies have taken fresh steps to tie their balance sheets more closely to Bitcoin. Moves range from making new purchases to routing gold revenues and even opening retail crypto trading on the London Stock Exchange. The developments show growing corporate interest in holding and trading digital assets alongside more traditional operations.

Smarter Web Boosts Bitcoin Stash

According to company filings, The Smarter Web Company added 45.32 BTC this month, spending $4.73 million. Its total hoard now stands at 168 BTC. That marks an over 55% jump from its previous buy. The firm first rolled out its “10 Year Plan” in April as a way to build up a long-term treasury.

Source: Alternative.me

Based on reports, it has invested nearly $18 million so far, buying Bitcoin at an average of $105,779 each. Buying when the market’s Greed index hit 72 shows they’re willing to hold through ups and downs.

Mining Firm Converts Gold Sales

Bluebird Mining Ventures Ltd, known for its gold operations, said it will funnel future revenue directly into Bitcoin. The miner aims to become the first UK-listed gold company with a fully BTC-focused treasury strategy. It made the decision after Bitcoin climbed to a record high of $111,965 in May.

Management sees this as a store of value alongside its mining output. The plan calls for regular conversions as income grows, betting that Bitcoin gains will outpace traditional reserves.

BTC is now trading at $110,223. Chart: TradingView

Trading Platform Opens Crypto Doors

IG Group, a long-standing trading firm on the London Stock Exchange, rolled out a new service this week. Retail clients can now buy and sell Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Ripple straight through IG’s regulated platform.

Previously, investors had to use ETFs or third-party wallets. The change means IG can tap into rising demand for direct crypto exposure. It also positions the firm to earn new fee revenue as more traders flock to its site.

Treasury Trend Spreads Among Firms

Based on market observers, several other British companies are weighing similar moves. Capital-heavy businesses are talking about setting aside funds for Bitcoin. Some view it as a buffer against inflation. Others simply don’t want to miss out if prices climb further.

While corporate treasurers were once cautious, the steady drumbeat of high crypto returns has pushed more boards to at least discuss pilot programs.

Taken together, these actions suggest that digital assets are no longer fringe experiments for big companies. They’re becoming part of mainstream treasury playbooks.

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GameStop Bitcoin Pivot Spurs Social Media Chatter as Stock Soars 16% https://earlybirdsinvest.com/gamestop-bitcoin-pivot-spurs-social-media-chatter-as-stock-soars-16/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/gamestop-bitcoin-pivot-spurs-social-media-chatter-as-stock-soars-16/#respond Wed, 26 Mar 2025 17:50:31 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/gamestop-bitcoin-pivot-spurs-social-media-chatter-as-stock-soars-16/

Shares of GameStop (GME) traded 16% higher on Wednesday after the company announced that it would start buying bitcoin (BTC) to add to its balance sheet.

The gaming retailer reported holding $4.8 billion in cash during its fourth-quarter earnings on Tuesday. Company CEO Ryan Cohen weeks ago had teased an interest in purchasing bitcoin for the GME balance sheet. He was joined by Matt Cole, CEO of Strive Asset Management — an owner of GME via its ETFs, who urged the same.

Though GameStop on Tuesday reported that a portion of its cash will go into bitcoin and U.S. dollar dominated stablecoins in the future, it did not disclose how much, or the timing of any buys.

The plan kicked off a speculative frenzy on social media: How much bitcoin would Gamestop acquire?

The company’s allocation will likely be significant, according to Anthony Pompliano, founder and CEO of Professional Capital Management, who said that GameStop wouldn’t be going through the very bureaucratic board approval process if it was only planning on allocating 1-2% of its cash into bitcoin.

“Chairman Ryan Cohen is likely to take a big bet on bitcoin as a balance sheet asset,” Pompliano wrote in a note. “You only put the time and energy to get the change to your investment policy if you are looking to put a material amount of your cash into bitcoin.”

Pomp also pointed out that Cohen currently follows three bitcoin-related accounts on X, which he sees as “behavior of a hardcore bitcoiner.”

According to a poll posted by Michael Saylor — whose Strategy (MSTR) has spent $33 billion acquiring more than 500,000 BTC — on X, his followers believe that GameStop needs to at least hold $3 billion worth of bitcoin in order to “be respected by Bitcoiners.”

Less clear is whether GameStop plans to be as aggressive inn buying bitcoin as Strategy. The company has deployed many creative fundraise mechanisms to fuel its war chest, including debt sales. But Strategy’s BTC saga started as a more humble cash reserve of $250 million generated by COVID-era cost savings.

Gamestop’s share boost may prove resilient to bitcoin price swings because the company has only said it would buy BTC, but doesn’t yet own any, mused Josh Mandell, a former bond trader. He called out the perplexing situation on social media.

“I will not ask anyone to make it make sense,” he said.

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