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Kraken exec explains Bitcoin’s looming ‘tipping point’

2024-03-16No Comments3 Mins Read
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  • Bitcoin dipped below the $70,000 threshold after a recent sell-off.
  • Exec highlighted BTC’s volatility and its relatively small market cap, predicting an improved adoption curve.

In a surprising turn of events, Bitcoin [BTC] has once again dipped below the $70,000 threshold, facing a significant overnight sell-off that has left investors and enthusiasts pondering the future of the world’s most popular cryptocurrency. 

This downturn comes after a period of notable highs, where Bitcoin seemed poised to establish new benchmarks. 

Kraken’s executive talks about BTC’s current pullback

CNBC’s Crypto World host, Jordan Smith, sat down with Thomas Perfumo, Head of Strategy at Kraken, to dissect the factors contributing to this sudden retreat and to understand the broader implications for the cryptocurrency market.

Perfumo provided insight into the inherent volatility of the cryptocurrency market, emphasizing that consolidation phases are often expected after substantial bull runs.

He pointed out that while the excitement around Bitcoin reaching the $70,000 mark was palpable, it’s crucial to contextualize its market capitalization within the larger global economy. 

In the interview, he mentioned,

“Bitcoin’s volatility is still fairly low as compared to historical standards when it comes to bull runs.”

Bitcoin, with a market cap nearing $1 trillion, is still a small player when compared to the traditional fiat currency market, which boasts several hundred trillion dollars in capitalization.

How to improve BTC adoption rates?

A significant portion of the discussion revolved around the future of cryptocurrency adoption. According to Perfumo, the crypto world is on the brink of crossing a crucial threshold.

Only 10% of the global population has adopted cryptocurrencies up until last year, as per the major market study.

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Historical data suggests that once adoption rates hit the 13-15% range, a phenomenon known as “crossing the chasm” occurs, significantly accelerating the adoption curve.

Perfumo is optimistic that Bitcoin is nearing this tipping point, which could herald a new era of widespread cryptocurrency acceptance and usage.

Underscoring his anticipation for the potential growth in Bitcoin adoption and its implications for the market, Perfumo shared,

“We are really, really close to the tipping point, and that’s what I am looking forward to over the next five years for BTC.” 

A symbolic era of BTC approaches

Despite the recent volatility, experts remain bullish on Bitcoin’s prospects. Analysts predict that the cryptocurrency is on track for a monumental rally, potentially reaching or even surpassing the $100,000 mark following its next halving event.

The optimism persists due to higher institutional adoption and initiatives in countries like El Salvador, which have embraced Bitcoin on a national level, promoting its integration into the financial ecosystem.

Talking about the upcoming 2024 halving, Perfumo mentioned,

“When I think about this halving specifically, I think it is perhaps the most symbolic in Bitcoin’s history, especially in this stage of adoption.”

The development of higher utility projects around Bitcoin aims to cater to a broader audience, further pushing adoption rates. By April 2024, 94% of all Bitcoins will be mined, resulting in spiked demands and drawing in more users and investors.

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