As the bitcoin price rises, futures may look bearish, but they're not, analyst says
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Bitcoin is climbing on thin volume, leaving rally vulnerable to macro shock
Bitcoin's rally toward $80,000 is driven by spot buying and short covering amid weak trading volumes and negative funding rates, raising concerns about durability. While institutional ETF inflows total $2.5 billion this month and bitcoin dominance reaches 60%, options markets show low volatility and hesitant positioning. Analysts warn the price climb lacks conviction and could crumble without macroeconomic catalysts supporting broader markets.