$55,000: Bitcoin's key Price Point or Just Hype?

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#1Nov 1, 2023, 07:39 AM
This piece raises some interesting points, especially regarding the stress Bitcoin is under from an investment psychology perspective. Quote: a drop below $55k could trigger panic selling and shake confidence for a long time... I kinda agree, though the last bit seems a bit overblown.
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coin07Full Member
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#2Nov 1, 2023, 12:21 PM
Well, don't forget, there were predictions years ago about Bitcoin hitting $100k, then dropping to $60k. And here we are, still talking about these "make-or-break" levels. It's almost like a script at this point.
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#3Nov 1, 2023, 01:00 PM
Just saw @bitcoin mention $46k when it looked like a downturn was starting, and then poof, deleted it. Not buying the $55k make-or-break idea. If it goes below, I'd say load up. Solid buying opportunity!
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pr0to88Member
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#4Nov 1, 2023, 03:16 PM
The constant boom and bust cycle needs to end. If it doesn't, Bitcoin won’t attract as many buyers. Either we flatline and then boom, or we keep busting until it's just boring.
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mr_apeNewbie
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#5Nov 1, 2023, 04:49 PM
Look at how adoption’s grown. Remember when $5k felt insane in 2017? Now, crying over $50k? People just keep raising their doomsday predictions... kinda funny if you think about it.
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samforkNewbie
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#6Nov 1, 2023, 11:03 PM
Honestly, the S2F model is outdated. Lots of hype around it before, but now? It doesn't consider recent cycles accurately. Bitcoin could drop below $50k or even $40k and bounce back like usual.
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stacksatsHero Member
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#7Nov 4, 2023, 04:37 AM
Crazy how people were hyped when Bitcoin broke $50k just two years ago. Now, being under $70k has everyone in such a panic. Fear & Greed Index hit 5... chill, folks. Bitcoin’s value has grown so much since 2009!
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kevin_bridgeFull Member
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#8Nov 4, 2023, 05:17 AM
Here we go again with the whole "life or death" talk for Bitcoin. News flash: even if it dips below $50k, it's not game over. Prices fluctuate just look at past drops.
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shard_2013Full Member
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#9Nov 4, 2023, 09:07 AM
Yeah, it's not looking good if it drops below that, but I don’t believe it'll stay under $50k for long if it does happen. History shows that Bitcoin bounces back hard after dips.
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#10Nov 4, 2023, 11:29 AM
Cycles are part of the deal with Bitcoin, and they’re in the code! Halvings create that supply/demand dynamic. So if we just embrace this, it actually shows a healthy market.
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#11Nov 4, 2023, 02:30 PM
Haha, 10k bottom, 55k importance, 200k possibility... I love prediction markets! But with betting real money, people usually stick to safer numbers.
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block777Member
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#12Nov 4, 2023, 03:35 PM
You gotta be a strategic investor if you want to ride these waves. No clue where prices will go, but now is always a good time to make careful moves.
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#13Nov 4, 2023, 09:39 PM
The market’s all about cycles, people! Those who chase after every prediction are gonna get wrecked. Just hold your positions and know it’ll turn around eventually.
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hodlgangMember
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#14Nov 6, 2023, 02:11 AM
A lot of people say Bitcoin is done if it drops below 50k. I totally disagree. Dips are just setups for the next big move up. Don’t forget that.
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fullnodeSenior Member
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#15Nov 6, 2023, 08:54 PM
Are we seriously doing this again? Bitcoin’s not going anywhere. A fall to 50k is just another chance to buy. It’s been through worse and come out on top.
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CalmMinerFull Member
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#16Nov 6, 2023, 09:29 PM
The beauty of crypto is the volatility. Sure, it can be rough, but that’s what makes it exciting for traders. You just gotta know when to hold and when to buy.
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#17Nov 6, 2023, 11:27 PM
I see this as a buying opportunity. If people panic and sell, that's their loss. I’m thinking long term, so dips are just chances to grab more BTC.
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0xDef1Full Member
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#18Nov 6, 2023, 11:33 PM
Historical data shows us that these price drops are temporary. Panicking is pointless. Bitcoin will bounce back stronger, just like before.
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kevin.satoshiFull Member
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#19Nov 9, 2023, 03:47 AM
Yeah, I read some analysis on this too. Lots of insight but not a lot of risk-taking in actual investments. Many theorize about prices, but can they really back it up in the market?
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th3_h4wkNewbie
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#20Nov 9, 2023, 05:54 AM
It's wild how many conflicting opinions are out there. But no matter what they say, I'm sticking to my plan. Investing smart and holding through the cycles. Gotta stay focused.
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