Bitcoin News Today: Bitcoin’s Maturing Bull Cycle Sets Stage for $150K+ Surge in 2025

Bitcoin’s bull cycle appears to be extending into 2025, with analysts suggesting the market is building toward a potential climax in late 2025. Technical analyses indicate that the current phase of growth, while slower than previous cycles, could result in the cryptocurrency reaching new all-time highs of $150,000 or more. This projection is based on patterns of supply scarcity, prolonged uptrends, and institutional holding behavior. Analyst Egrag Crypto outlined a comparative framework on X, noting that each successive cycle has seen smaller percentage gains but longer uptrends. For the current cycle, a 27% growth peak is projected by December 2025, with the potential for the bull phase to stretch into early 2026. This gradual reduction in cycle growth—averaging 11.3% per cycle—has been interpreted as a sign of a maturing market rather than a weakening one [1].

Concurrent with these technical projections, on-chain data suggests a shift in capital dynamics. Bitcoin’s illiquid supply—coins held in long-term storage—has returned to historically high levels, while exchange-available liquidity has contracted. This imbalance creates upward price pressure by limiting the availability of sellable supply. Analyst Arab Chain from CryptoQuant argues that this dynamic supports the potential for Bitcoin to surpass $150,000 if major holders maintain long-term strategies. However, a sudden release of supply in a thin market could trigger sharp corrections, potentially bringing Bitcoin back to the $90,000–$100,000 range [1].

Meanwhile, the market is witnessing a broader capital rotation from Bitcoin into altcoins, driven by scalability solutions, AI integration, and meme culture. The 2025 altcoin landscape is characterized by projects that offer utility and address real-world problems. For instance, Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) has introduced a Layer 2 rollup powered by the Solana Virtual Machine (SVM), enabling faster transactions and lower fees. Similarly, Wall Street Pepe ($WEPE) merges meme virality with trading signals and staking rewards, attracting a growing community of holders. These projects have drawn substantial capital inflows, absorbing $6–8 billion in Bitcoin profit-taking during recent market dips [3].

From a technical perspective, Bitcoin’s price has formed a megaphone pattern on the daily chart, indicating heightened volatility and the potential for a significant breakout. The Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) has also crossed above the zero line, signaling renewed capital inflows. Analysts suggest that the support level at $108,724 is critical, and a successful defense could lead to a retest of $124,813. In a highly bullish scenario, the price could even push toward $171,272 or $200,000 [2]. However, if support fails, Bitcoin may face a breakdown below $100,000, leading to a broader market reassessment.

Looking ahead, the approval of spot ETFs for altcoins and macroeconomic factors such as rate cuts are expected to play pivotal roles in shaping the market’s direction through late 2025. These developments could provide a tailwind for both Bitcoin and altcoin markets, reinforcing the potential for a multi-asset bullish phase. As institutional adoption gains momentum, projects with strong fundamentals and clear utility are likely to benefit most from this capital rotation [3].

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[1] Here's When Bitcoin's Next All-Time High May Come: BTC ... (https://cryptopotato.com/heres-when-bitcoins-next-all-time-high-may-come-btc-price-forecast/)

[2] Bitcoin (BTC) Price May Slip Before Explosive Breakout ... (https://www.ccn.com/analysis/crypto/bitcoin-price-btc-before-explosive-breakout-toward-200k-reasons-disclosed/)

[3] Altcoin Capital Rotation in 2025: Unlocking Presale Gems ... (https://www.bitget.com/news/detail/12560604934981)