The crypto market took a hit recently with over $665 million in daily liquidations following news of Mt. Gox repaying creditors. This, however (amounting to roughly $2.71 billion in Bitcoin), may be a short-term hurdle, according to some market makers and investors who remain optimistic about Bitcoin’s midterm prospects.
“It’s proving to be a burden on Q3,” Rich Rosenblum, Co-CEO of GSR, told The Block, acknowledging the immediate downward pressure. However, he remains bullish, highlighting, “There’s still plenty of time to reach new all-time highs before year-end.” This sentiment echoes comments from Bitwise President Teddy Fusaro, who points out the uncertainty surrounding the actual amount of Bitcoin hitting the market.
Mt. Gox Sell-Off: Less Than Meets the Eye?
Fusaro emphasizes that “we don’t know how many or what percentage of these coins will ultimately be sold.” Galaxy’s Head of Research, Alex Thorn, adds another layer of nuance. He believes “fewer coins will be distributed than people think,” leading to less sell pressure. Here’s why:
- Mt. Gox only recovered a fraction (around 15%) of the lost Bitcoin (940,000 vs. 141,868).
- Creditors receiving immediate payouts face a 10% reduction, with a significant portion going back to claims funds.
- These creditors, being early adopters, might be more inclined to hold than anticipated.
Related: Bitcoin (BTC) Sell-Offs: Analyst Says Don’t Panic, It’s a Drop in the Bucket ($10B vs $250B Inflow)
Mt. Gox Jitters vs. Long-Term Vision
While the recent Mt. Gox movements caused a stir, the long-term outlook for Bitcoin appears to be holding steady for some investors. The potential influx of Bitcoin may be less impactful than initially feared, and the underlying belief in the digital asset’s future potential remains strong for market makers like Rosenblum. The coming months will be crucial in determining how the market absorbs the Mt. Gox repayments, but some remain confident that Bitcoin can weather this storm and reach new highs by year-end.
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