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    BTC Breaks Resistance in Fresh Rally, Targets Next Upswing

    Anthony PersuaderBy Anthony PersuaderJanuary 14, 2026Updated:January 14, 2026 Cryptocurrency No Comments2 Mins Read
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    BTC Breaks Resistance in Fresh Rally, Targets Next Upswing

    Bitcoin (BTCUSD) breached its $94 resistance on Wednesday amidst a broad-based rally in the cryptocurrency market. BTC price has been retreating anytime it surged near $94k irrespective of market temperature.

    However, the latest rally was stronger, supported by improved sentiment and ETF flows, supported by technical breakout and institutional moves in the crypto market.

    Hence, Bitcoin has reported a 3.10% price upswing, trading at $94,928.74 over 24h, outpacing the broader crypto market gain of +3.06%. During early trading hours, Bitcoin broke above $95,000, a critical resistance level since November 2025, triggering algorithmic buying and short squeezes.

    Technical traders confirmed the bullish momentum, while Fibonacci extensions suggest a path toward $103,165. Traders view the breakout as a validation of upward momentum, with reduced sell pressure below $95k.

    Macro factors like U.S. labour resilience and stable inflation boosted risk appetite. ETF flows, with $120.4 billion in assets under management (AUM), create structural demand, while macroeconomic stability reduces fears of aggressive Fed tightening.

    Bitcoin’s correlation with gold’s uptick of 4.6% year to date reinforces its hedge narrative. Three wallets bought 3,000 BTC worth $280 million in 24 hours, while dormant whale activity hit a 7-month high. However, futures open interest dropped 19.4% weekly, signalling deleveraging.

    Large holders are accumulating at key levels, but derivatives traders remain cautious. The spot-driven rally suggests stronger conviction than leverage-fuelled moves.

    Bitcoin’s rally reflects a confluence of technical triggers, institutional accumulation, and improving macro sentiment. While bullish momentum is dominant, the market has started to watch for resistance near $97,650 and geopolitical risks. ETH, XRP, TRX Boost Crypto Market Cap to $3.06 Trillion

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