Bitcoin News Today: Bitcoin 2025 Golden Cross Sparks 7% Rally and $135K Outlook

Bitcoin’s 2025 Golden Cross has emerged as a significant technical indicator, sparking renewed optimism among traders and analysts. The pattern occurs when a shorter-term moving average crosses above a longer-term one, historically signaling a bullish trend. This event has previously led to substantial price surges—139% in 2016, 2,200% in 2017, and 1,190% in 2020—according to analysis shared by Merlijn The Trader via X[1]. Following the most recent Golden Cross formation on the weekly chart, Bitcoin experienced a 7% price increase, reinforcing the pattern’s potential to drive upward momentum in the current cycle[2].

Traders are now eyeing a potential price rally toward $135K, particularly in the third quarter of 2025. Ether Wizz, another prominent analyst on X, has suggested that the asset may breach this level, citing strong institutional interest and Bitcoin’s role as a preferred safe-haven asset[3]. Institutional adoption appears to be a key catalyst. Recent regulatory developments, such as the inclusion of cryptocurrencies in 401(k) retirement plans under President Trump’s executive order, are expected to open access to nearly $9 trillion in retirement assets. This shift, combined with a robust network fundamental—such as record hashrates and $6.821 billion in DeFi total value locked—creates a favorable environment for long-term growth[4].

Market data further supports the bullish sentiment. Bitcoin has held above key support levels despite recent volatility, and active wallet addresses have surged to 960,615 over the past 24 hours, according to Binance[5]. These metrics suggest increasing participation and confidence in the asset. While altcoins are currently capturing a significant portion of market liquidity, Bitcoin remains the primary focus of institutional investors, who view it as a strategic long-term holding[6].

Analysts caution that historical performance does not guarantee future results, but the convergence of technical signals, regulatory progress, and network strength has created a compelling case for optimism. As the market continues to monitor Bitcoin’s trajectory, the 2025 Golden Cross has become a focal point for traders anticipating a potential repeat of past success.

Sources:

[1] Merlijn The Trader (@MerlijnTrader), X

[2] Coinotag

[3] Ether Wizz (@EtherWizz), X

[4] Coinotag

[5] Binance

[6] Coinotag