Bitcoin Open Interest Remains High at $56.17 Billion Amid Price Decline

Bitcoin Open Interest Analysis

The Bitcoin open interest remains high at $56.17 billion, down 22% from its peak of $71.85 billion. This indicates continued trader engagement despite a 20% drop in BTC price.

  • High open interest correlates with the price decline, potentially hindering recovery.
  • Historically, significant upward moves in Bitcoin occur when open interest is low.

Bitcoin open interest

Potential Price Decline

Analysts suggest a possible BTC price crash below $70,000 due to:

  • Fake bullish divergence in RSI not aligning with price action, indicating a potential bull trap.
  • Break of trendline support after falling to the low $80,000s, signaling weakening bullish momentum.

Bitcoin price

Forecasts estimate a further decline of about 20%, targeting a price of $69,149, aligning with previous structural support levels.

Bitcoin price chart