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The Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency Investment Show podcast.
What’s up, everyone! Crypto Willy here, your buddy-next-door for all things Bitcoin and crypto. Welcome back to The Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency Investment Show, bringing you this week’s hottest headlines and deep dives from July 1 through July 8, 2025. Let’s get right to it.
The biggest buzz shaking the Bitcoin world this week? An absolutely massive move by one of the original whales. On July 4, 80,000 BTC—worth over $8.6 billion—were shifted from eight wallets that had been untouched since 2011. These wallets, rumored by some (but not confirmed!) to be tied to early investor Roger Ver, bought their stash for less than a buck per coin back in the day. Now, this isn't just a flex from OG holders. According to BeInCrypto and on-chain trackers, whenever so many “coin days” get destroyed—that is, when old, dormant coins suddenly move—it’s often a warning sign that long-term holders could be thinking of selling, potentially preceding price dips. Every prior spike like this since 2022 has lined up with a market downturn, so it’s got analysts on high alert.
But is Bitcoin panicking? Not really. Prices held surprisingly firm, bouncing between $107,000 and $110,000 for most of the week. CryptoRank and other market watchers noticed that bulls are stubborn, defending crucial zones and even building a bullish structure right under resistance at $110,500. Quick traders are eyeing that horizontal band—if Bitcoin pops above $109,100, some predict a rally straight for $110,500 and maybe beyond.
Zooming out, institutional and ETF inflows remain strong. We saw $790 million pour into Bitcoin investment products this week, with players like Hut 8 (just raised $220 million and is expanding to Dubai) and Metaplanet (buying up huge BTC positions in Asia) making headlines. Even Figma, the design unicorn, stunned markets when its IPO filings revealed $55 million stashed in Bitwise’s BTC ETF. On the treasury front, Michael Saylor’s Strategy expects to post a Q2 gain of over $14 billion, with nearly 600,000 BTC on its books. If you thought only crypto OGs were stacking sats, think again—it’s corporates and institutions too.
Regulation also made waves. Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed House Bill 2324, blocking the state from setting up a Bitcoin reserve using confiscated digital assets. Meanwhile, get ready for fireworks: U.S. House Republicans dubbed July 14-18 “crypto week,” planning major bill pushes that could shape the industry for years.
What about the macros? All eyes are on the Federal Reserve. While a drop in U.S. inflation to below 2% sparked talk of rate cuts, the CME FedWatch Tool suggests a whopping 95% of investors don’t expect a rate change until September. Still, upcoming Fed minutes and new US CPI data might swing sentiment fast—so keep your ear to the ground.
If you’re betting on the rest of July, several analysts see an upside target for Bitcoin at $110,500—maybe even testing the old highs near $113,000 if bullish momentum returns and Fed policy doesn’t spoil the party. Of course, crypto is never boring, so buckle up.
Thanks for tuning in to The Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency Investment Show! I’m Crypto Willy—and this has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I. Don’t miss next week’s episode, where we’ll break down the latest moves, the truth behind the whale activity, and what it all means for your crypto stack. Stay curious, stack sats, and see you soon!
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What’s up, everyone! Crypto Willy here, your buddy-next-door for all things Bitcoin and crypto. Welcome back to The Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency Investment Show, bringing you this week’s hottest headlines and deep dives from July 1 through July 8, 2025. Let’s get right to it.
The biggest buzz shaking the Bitcoin world this week? An absolutely massive move by one of the original whales. On July 4, 80,000 BTC—worth over $8.6 billion—were shifted from eight wallets that had been untouched since 2011. These wallets, rumored by some (but not confirmed!) to be tied to early investor Roger Ver, bought their stash for less than a buck per coin back in the day. Now, this isn't just a flex from OG holders. According to BeInCrypto and on-chain trackers, whenever so many “coin days” get destroyed—that is, when old, dormant coins suddenly move—it’s often a warning sign that long-term holders could be thinking of selling, potentially preceding price dips. Every prior spike like this since 2022 has lined up with a market downturn, so it’s got analysts on high alert.
But is Bitcoin panicking? Not really. Prices held surprisingly firm, bouncing between $107,000 and $110,000 for most of the week. CryptoRank and other market watchers noticed that bulls are stubborn, defending crucial zones and even building a bullish structure right under resistance at $110,500. Quick traders are eyeing that horizontal band—if Bitcoin pops above $109,100, some predict a rally straight for $110,500 and maybe beyond.
Zooming out, institutional and ETF inflows remain strong. We saw $790 million pour into Bitcoin investment products this week, with players like Hut 8 (just raised $220 million and is expanding to Dubai) and Metaplanet (buying up huge BTC positions in Asia) making headlines. Even Figma, the design unicorn, stunned markets when its IPO filings revealed $55 million stashed in Bitwise’s BTC ETF. On the treasury front, Michael Saylor’s Strategy expects to post a Q2 gain of over $14 billion, with nearly 600,000 BTC on its books. If you thought only crypto OGs were stacking sats, think again—it’s corporates and institutions too.
Regulation also made waves. Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed House Bill 2324, blocking the state from setting up a Bitcoin reserve using confiscated digital assets. Meanwhile, get ready for fireworks: U.S. House Republicans dubbed July 14-18 “crypto week,” planning major bill pushes that could shape the industry for years.
What about the macros? All eyes are on the Federal Reserve. While a drop in U.S. inflation to below 2% sparked talk of rate cuts, the CME FedWatch Tool suggests a whopping 95% of investors don’t expect a rate change until September. Still, upcoming Fed minutes and new US CPI data might swing sentiment fast—so keep your ear to the ground.
If you’re betting on the rest of July, several analysts see an upside target for Bitcoin at $110,500—maybe even testing the old highs near $113,000 if bullish momentum returns and Fed policy doesn’t spoil the party. Of course, crypto is never boring, so buckle up.
Thanks for tuning in to The Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency Investment Show! I’m Crypto Willy—and this has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I. Don’t miss next week’s episode, where we’ll break down the latest moves, the truth behind the whale activity, and what it all means for your crypto stack. Stay curious, stack sats, and see you soon!
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
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What’s up, everyone! Crypto Willy here, your buddy-next-door for all things Bitcoin and crypto. Welcome back to The Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency Investment Show, bringing you this week’s hottest headlines and deep dives from July 1 through July 8, 2025. Let’s get right to it.
The biggest buzz shaking the Bitcoin world this week? An absolutely massive move by one of the original whales. On July 4, 80,000 BTC—worth over $8.6 billion—were shifted from eight wallets that had been untouched since 2011. These wallets, rumored by some (but not confirmed!) to be tied to early investor Roger Ver, bought their stash for less than a buck per coin back in the day. Now, this isn't just a flex from OG holders. According to BeInCrypto and on-chain trackers, whenever so many “coin days” get destroyed—that is, when old, dormant coins suddenly move—it’s often a warning sign that long-term holders could be thinking of selling, potentially preceding price dips. Every prior spike like this since 2022 has lined up with a market downturn, so it’s got analysts on high alert.
But is Bitcoin panicking? Not really. Prices held surprisingly firm, bouncing between $107,000 and $110,000 for most of the week. CryptoRank and other market watchers noticed that bulls are stubborn, defending crucial zones and even building a bullish structure right under resistance at $110,500. Quick traders are eyeing that horizontal band—if Bitcoin pops above $109,100, some predict a rally straight for $110,500 and maybe beyond.
Zooming out, institutional and ETF inflows remain strong. We saw $790 million pour into Bitcoin investment products this week, with players like Hut 8 (just raised $220 million and is expanding to Dubai) and Metaplanet (buying up huge BTC positions in Asia) making headlines. Even Figma, the design unicorn, stunned markets when its IPO filings revealed $55 million stashed in Bitwise’s BTC ETF. On the treasury front, Michael Saylor’s Strategy expects to post a Q2 gain of over $14 billion, with nearly 600,000 BTC on its books. If you thought only crypto OGs were stacking sats, think again—it’s corporates and institutions too.
Regulation also made waves. Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed House Bill 2324, blocking the state from setting up a Bitcoin reserve using confiscated digital assets. Meanwhile, get ready for fireworks: U.S. House Republicans dubbed July 14-18 “crypto week,” planning major bill pushes that could shape the industry for years.
What about the macros? All eyes are on the Federal Reserve. While a drop in U.S. inflation to below 2% sparked talk of rate cuts, the CME FedWatch Tool suggests a whopping 95% of investors don’t expect a rate change until September. Still, upcoming Fed minutes and new US CPI data might swing sentiment fast—so keep your ear to the ground.
If you’re betting on the rest of July, several analysts see an upside target for Bitcoin at $110,500—maybe even testing the old highs near $113,000 if bullish momentum returns and Fed policy doesn’t spoil the party. Of course, crypto is never boring, so buckle up.
Thanks for tuning in to The Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency Investment Show! I’m Crypto Willy—and this has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I. Don’t miss next week’s episode, where we’ll break down the latest moves, the truth behind the whale activity, and what it all means for your crypto stack. Stay curious, stack sats, and see you soon!
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
What’s up, everyone! Crypto Willy here, your buddy-next-door for all things Bitcoin and crypto. Welcome back to The Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency Investment Show, bringing you this week’s hottest headlines and deep dives from July 1 through July 8, 2025. Let’s get right to it.
The biggest buzz shaking the Bitcoin world this week? An absolutely massive move by one of the original whales. On July 4, 80,000 BTC—worth over $8.6 billion—were shifted from eight wallets that had been untouched since 2011. These wallets, rumored by some (but not confirmed!) to be tied to early investor Roger Ver, bought their stash for less than a buck per coin back in the day. Now, this isn't just a flex from OG holders. According to BeInCrypto and on-chain trackers, whenever so many “coin days” get destroyed—that is, when old, dormant coins suddenly move—it’s often a warning sign that long-term holders could be thinking of selling, potentially preceding price dips. Every prior spike like this since 2022 has lined up with a market downturn, so it’s got analysts on high alert.
But is Bitcoin panicking? Not really. Prices held surprisingly firm, bouncing between $107,000 and $110,000 for most of the week. CryptoRank and other market watchers noticed that bulls are stubborn, defending crucial zones and even building a bullish structure right under resistance at $110,500. Quick traders are eyeing that horizontal band—if Bitcoin pops above $109,100, some predict a rally straight for $110,500 and maybe beyond.
Zooming out, institutional and ETF inflows remain strong. We saw $790 million pour into Bitcoin investment products this week, with players like Hut 8 (just raised $220 million and is expanding to Dubai) and Metaplanet (buying up huge BTC positions in Asia) making headlines. Even Figma, the design unicorn, stunned markets when its IPO filings revealed $55 million stashed in Bitwise’s BTC ETF. On the treasury front, Michael Saylor’s Strategy expects to post a Q2 gain of over $14 billion, with nearly 600,000 BTC on its books. If you thought only crypto OGs were stacking sats, think again—it’s corporates and institutions too.
Regulation also made waves. Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed House Bill 2324, blocking the state from setting up a Bitcoin reserve using confiscated digital assets. Meanwhile, get ready for fireworks: U.S. House Republicans dubbed July 14-18 “crypto week,” planning major bill pushes that could shape the industry for years.
What about the macros? All eyes are on the Federal Reserve. While a drop in U.S. inflation to below 2% sparked talk of rate cuts, the CME FedWatch Tool suggests a whopping 95% of investors don’t expect a rate change until September. Still, upcoming Fed minutes and new US CPI data might swing sentiment fast—so keep your ear to the ground.
If you’re betting on the rest of July, several analysts see an upside target for Bitcoin at $110,500—maybe even testing the old highs near $113,000 if bullish momentum returns and Fed policy doesn’t spoil the party. Of course, crypto is never boring, so buckle up.
Thanks for tuning in to The Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency Investment Show! I’m Crypto Willy—and this has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out Quiet Please Dot A I. Don’t miss next week’s episode, where we’ll break down the latest moves, the truth behind the whale activity, and what it all means for your crypto stack. Stay curious, stack sats, and see you soon!
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta