Bitcoin is holding steady near $114,496, supported by fresh signs that digital assets are playing a bigger role in global unrest. Jack Dorsey’s decentralized messaging app, Bitchat, has seen explosive adoption in Nepal and Indonesia, where government crackdowns on social media drove downloads up 1,400% in a week.
In Nepal, Facebook, WhatsApp, and YouTube were banned during anti-corruption protests that led to the resignation of Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli. As decentralized platforms rise, Bitcoin becomes a symbol of freedom and attracts new buyers.
Ethereum Treasury Demand Signals Confidence
Institutional interest remains a significant tailwind for the cryptocurrency sector. BitMine Immersion Technologies expanded its Ethereum holdings by $200 million this week, increasing its treasury to 2.1 million ETH, valued at $9.2 billion.
Sharplink Gaming, the next largest holder, trails far behind with 837,000 ETH. Broader institutional inflows totaled 273,300 ETH last week, with The Ether Machine accounting for more than half of that.
By contrast, Bitcoin treasuries saw only $60 million in new purchases. Still, the growing presence of institutional capital across the sector reinforces overall confidence and creates spillover demand for BTC.
Russia Considers Crypto Bank for Miners
Regulatory momentum is shifting. Russia is considering a state-backed cryptocurrency bank to reduce fraud and provide miners with legal cash-out options.
Officials say it will increase transparency, expand the tax base, and bring the country’s large mining sector into formal finance.
For Bitcoin, the prospect of a regulated Russian crypto bank signals growing government acceptance—potentially increasing demand while easing concerns over illicit flows.
Bitcoin Technical Forecast
Technically, Bitcoin is consolidating near $114,497 inside an ascending triangle. The 50-EMA at $111,839 has crossed above the 200-EMA at $112,554, signaling bullish momentum.
RSI is 65, not yet overbought, and Doji candles are turning into bullish closes, indicating that buyers are becoming more confident.
Bitcoin Price Chart – Source: TradingviewA breakout above $115,411 could target $117,150 and $118,617; below that, failure could see a pullback to $113,000 or $110,000.
For traders, a confirmed break with volume favors tactical longs, while long-term investors eye $130,000 as the next milestone if momentum sustains.
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