Institutional Bitcoin activity experienced a significant weekend surge, defying typical market patterns with large-scale transactions exceeding $112 million. Prominent among these was a single 1,000 BTC buy order valued at over $113 million, indicating heightened institutional engagement during a period usually characterized by reduced trading volumes.
Bitcoin’s price remained relatively stable near $113,000 amid these substantial transactions. Market conditions showed positive funding rates favoring long positions, with robust liquidity depth on both buy and sell sides. The exceptional size of institutional orders suggests the cryptocurrency may be entering a critical volatility phase.
Market analyst Quinten has revised previous peak projections, challenging widespread expectations of a 2025 market top. Instead, he forecasts the bull cycle peak is more likely to occur by mid-2026, aligning with historical patterns and moving beyond simplified four-year cycle narratives. This timing adjustment could signal extended market dynamics ahead.