In the latest episode of the Bitcoin Fundamentals podcast, Preston Pysh and James Check dive into the market dynamics surrounding Bitcoin in 2024. They discuss the ongoing consolidation phase, which they believe is driven by large institutional buyers absorbing the selling pressure from long-term holders and ETFs. The conversation touches on the significance of OTC exchanges, on-chain metrics, and how the upcoming US presidential election might affect the market. They also examine the potential impact of Bitcoin derivatives on volatility, debate the value of technical analysis, and look at the evolution of Bitcoin lending and borrowing markets, including MicroStrategy's Bitcoin valuation. Lastly, they address potential challenges for Bitcoin, such as the risks posed by over-leveraged institutional investors and the implications of Satoshi's untouched Bitcoin.
