Key Bitcoin price levels to watch as BTC bear bottom value sets in
Bitcoin (BTC) is approaching two major resistance zones that could determine its next market direction, according to cryptocurrency analyst Michael van de Poppe. In an X post on May 9, the analyst identified the first key resistance area between $86,000 and $88,000, while the second and more significant zone sits between $93,000 and $95,000, aligning with Bitcoins 50-week moving average (MA). Poppe noted that in previous market cycles, including 2017, 2021, and 2024, Bitcoins initial recovery rallies often faced rejection near former support levels or the 50-week moving average before establishing a sustained uptrend. He suggested the current setup is following a similar pattern. His analysis showed Bitcoin recently breaking below the 50-week moving average, while the 200-week moving average is acting as key long-term support near the low $70,000 region. The insights also identified the $93,000 to $95,000 zone as a likely resistance area where sellers could regain control if the rally weakens. The outlook suggested Bitcoin may consolidate for several weeks beneath resistance, similar to previous cycles when extended ranging periods preceded broader upward trends and allowed altcoins to outperform. To this end, the expert added that Bitcoin could still retest the $70,000 to $75,000 range before continuing higher, although he believes the broader