Could Institutional Investing Fuel Bitcoin’s Rebound?

Despite recent declines, Bitcoin’s price has shown signs of potential recovery. Experts suggest that institutional buying is contributing to this positive trend. Notably, investors are actively accumulating Bitcoin assets and long-term holders are gradually increasing their holdings. Additionally, selling pressure appears to be diminishing. [1] The recent dip in the Bitcoin funding rate on platforms like Binance, Bitmex, and Hyperliquid suggests a shift towards short positions by traders while long-positioned investors benefit from funding payments. [2] [3] This trend could indicate a potential market rally. [4] [5] Bybit, Huobi, Kraken, OKX, and Woo X all show positive funding rates suggesting some traders still maintain optimism. Historical data suggests this pattern correlates with price increases in previous Bitcoin rallies.