Bitcoin Rebounds from $75,600 Support Level, Eyes $80,000 Target
Bitcoin rises to $77,700 after sustaining support at $75,600, reflecting traders' optimism towards another push to $80,000, according to CoinDesk. Despite buoyant sentiment in the memecoin market, futures data indicate a trend of de-risking and potential bearish outlooks among some analysts.

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Bitcoin (BTC) climbs to $77,700, recovering from a support level of $75,600, which is now seen as crucial for future price movements. This rebound suggests increasing confidence among traders to attempt another breach of the $80,000 mark, after having faced resistance in recent weeks.
Derivatives markets are showing signs of caution, with Bitcoin futures open interest falling to 715.60K BTC, marking its lowest since early April. This decline indicates a trend of de-risking as the market adjusts to sluggish rally activity in pursuit of higher prices. Raised demand for downside protection in options markets further reflects concerns over a potential continuation of a bear market.
In contrast to Bitcoin's bullish volatility, the altcoin sector, particularly the CoinDesk Memecoin Select Index, shows relative strength, increasing by 2.3%. Speculative activity appears to surge in popular memecoins like Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB), suggesting a buildup of froth commonly witnessed before a market pullback.
The anticipated surge in technology company earnings, including major players like Alphabet, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta, could also influence market dynamics as U.S. investors adjust their positions accordingly. However, the recent rise in crude oil futures, with open interest up 27%, may exert a negative impact on risk assets, including cryptocurrencies.
Overall market sentiment remains cautious, with Bitcoin's 30-day implied volatility index approaching three-month lows. Traders are directed to watch how evolving conditions within the derivatives markets and earnings reports affect Bitcoin's ability to maintain bullish momentum and hit new price targets.
Summary based on original reporting by Oliver Knight at CoinDesk, originally published Apr 29, 2026. SolanaWire does not republish source content.

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