Will liquidity continue driving Bitcoin’s price? Bitcoin’s relationship with M2 money supply.
The evolution of Bitcoin from a fiat-alternative to an emerging store of value.
Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade is poised to improve staking, blockchain efficiency, and scalability.
Will liquidity continue driving Bitcoin’s price?
Bitcoin has historically tracked global liquidity, with a 0.94 correlation to M2 money supply. But with inflation concerns, rate cut uncertainty, and geopolitical risks, could Bitcoin decouple? As adoption rises and strategic reserves grow, Bitcoin’s relationship with liquidity may be shifting. Here’s what you need to know.
The evolution of Bitcoin from fiat-alternative to emerging store of value
Originally designed as a decentralized payment system, Bitcoin has evolved into a global store of value, often called “digital gold.” By solving the double-spending problem and enabling secure, borderless transactions, Bitcoin has reshaped finance. Here’s how its role continues to evolve.
Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade, set to launch later this year, introduces 11 key improvements enhancing staking, scalability, and user experience. From faster validator activations and cheaper Layer 2 transactions to gas fee flexibility, Pectra is highly anticipated to boost Ethereum’s efficiency. How will these upgrades shape Ethereum’s future?
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