Bitcoin extended its correction on Friday, slipping 5.13% in 24 hours to trade near $105,217.60, as bullish sentiment across digital assets cooled. The decline marks Bitcoin’s sharpest one-day drop this month, suggesting traders are taking profits after weeks of steady gains.
Technical signals indicate that BTC could test the $100K demand zone before stabilizing. The MACD’s bearish crossover points to fading momentum, reinforcing a short-term correction phase. Analysts, however, emphasize that this pullback appears technical rather than structural, with strong buying interest expected around familiar support levels.
Historically, the $99K–$101K zone has served as a robust defense where liquidity absorption triggers sharp rebounds. Should Bitcoin consolidate here, bulls may attempt to reclaim $107K, followed by resistance near $115K—a potential pivot confirming renewed market strength.
Key technical levels to watch:
- Support: $100K, $99K, $97.5K
- Resistance: $107K, $115K, $125K
- Trend Indicator: Bearish MACD crossover, RSI cooling from overbought
Long-term investors remain confident that Bitcoin’s structural uptrend remains intact, anticipating a gradual recovery toward $125K once selling pressure eases.
Gold Becomes Second-Largest Reserve Asset
Meanwhile, gold’s parabolic surge past $4,300 per ounce has reshaped the global reserve landscape, overtaking foreign currency holdings in several central bank portfolios. The metal’s meteoric rise underscores rising demand for safe-haven assets amid persistent inflation, fiscal strain, and geopolitical tension.
Gold’s rally has also reignited the debate over its relationship with Bitcoin. Economist Peter Schiff argued that Bitcoin’s 32% drop since August proves its weakness as “digital gold.” In contrast, Binance founder CZ defended Bitcoin’s 16-year trajectory, reminding critics that it has grown from $0.004 to over $100,000, outperforming all traditional assets over the long run.
Historically, Bitcoin consolidates when gold rallies sharply, often following later as risk sentiment stabilizes. Institutional investors view BTC as a more liquid, higher-yielding alternative to gold, suggesting that gold’s current dominance may only be temporary.
Outlook: Bitcoin Eyes Recovery Post Dip
For now, Bitcoin’s path hinges on the $100K support zone. A decisive daily close above $107K would signal stabilization, while a breakout past $115K could mark the start of a renewed uptrend.
Analysts suggest that this correction phase may be the final shakeout before the next major accumulation wave, with long-term holders steadily increasing their exposure.
