Return of the Market Leader... Bitcoin Surpasses $1.4 Trillion in Market Cap

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Bitcoin (BTC) is securing new upward momentum while demonstrating strong market dominance, fueled by large-scale accumulation by major exchanges and steady capital inflows from institutional investors.

According to real-time data from cryptocurrency tracking site CoinMarketCap on February 15 (local time), Bitcoin’s market capitalization surpassed $1.41 trillion, maintaining its undisputed position at the top of the digital asset market. Over the past 24 hours, Bitcoin recorded $41.2 billion in trading volume, marking an 11.43% surge compared to the previous day. In particular, news that Binance completed a $1 billion Bitcoin purchase to operate its emergency fund has heightened expectations for increased market liquidity and price support.

Technical indicators and on-chain data suggest that Bitcoin’s bottom formation is largely complete. Research firm K33 stated that Bitcoin has effectively confirmed a bottom by establishing strong support around the $60,000 level. With approximately 19.98 million BTC—about 95.19% of the total circulating supply—already released into the market, growing scarcity as it approaches the maximum supply of 21 million BTC is expected to intensify upward price pressure. Bitcoin dominance, which reflects its market share, continues to rise and is delivering overwhelming returns compared to altcoins.

Institutional investment channels are becoming increasingly diverse and specialized. Global investment banks such as Goldman Sachs are allocating substantial assets through spot Bitcoin ETFs, while long-term capital continues to flow into major spot Bitcoin ETFs, including BlackRock’s IBIT. Market observers note that despite short-term price volatility, institutions are using pullbacks as opportunities to buy the dip and expand their positions.

Nevertheless, the possibility of heightened volatility driven by changes in the macroeconomic environment remains a factor to watch. Standard Chartered warned that Bitcoin could experience a short-term correction before launching a full-scale year-end rally. Although January’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) came in at 2.4%, marking its lowest level in four years and signaling clear signs of easing inflation, uncertainty surrounding the timing and scale of potential Federal Reserve rate cuts continues to weigh on the market.

Bitcoin aims to further solidify its position as a hybrid asset that combines a store of value comparable to digital gold with cutting-edge technological innovation. The transition of miners toward AI infrastructure and the increasing use of renewable energy are positive factors enhancing the sustainability of the Bitcoin network. As the Fear and Greed Index gradually improves, global investors are closely watching CoinMarketCap’s real-time charts to see whether Bitcoin can break through key psychological resistance levels and reclaim new all-time highs.

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