Analyst Predicts Bitcoin Drop Rally Will Continue to US$58 Thousand
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**Analyst Predicts Bitcoin Drop Rally Will Continue to US$58 Thousand**
Analyst Peter Brandt projects that the Bitcoin sell-off ($BTC ) may not be over and sees US$58,000 as the next target.
"The next target is the area of US$58,000, the train officer will come by to collect tickets, so make sure you are on the right train," wrote Brandt on his X page, Sunday (01/02).
In his analysis, the zone aligns with the central trend line of Bitcoin's long-term logarithmic growth path, which historically attracts prices during deep correction phases.
Gibran Asks Indonesian Students to Upgrade AI-Blockchain Skills
The President of Indonesia Gibran Rakabuming Raka urged students to quickly master artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and robotics to compete in the rapidly advancing global transformation era.
“We still have time to introduce AI, blockchain, robotics, digital economy, we want to introduce that as early as possible, including coding. We want young people to have critical thinking, problem solving, and computational thinking,” said Gibran at Satya Wacana Christian University (UKSW), Monday (26/01), citing various sources.
**Demi Cegah Ijazah Palsu, Kampus Indonesia Ini Terapkan Blockchain**
Universitas Dian Nuswantoro (Udinus) announces that it will implement blockchain-based diplomas to ensure authenticity, prevent forgery, and facilitate recording and verification.
In collaboration with the Dubai Blockchain Center and Indonesia Blockchain Center (IBC), Udinus is designed as a center for blockchain study and development in Central Java.
This policy makes it the first campus to implement blockchain-based diplomas, reflecting the efforts of technological innovation in widespread usage including education.
Udinus, according to a representative from IBC, will serve as an example for other educational institutions in utilizing blockchain.
"Udinus will be a national role model in the use of blockchain for education, certification, and anti-fraud systems," he stated, citing various sources.
Forecast Realized, Powell Holds Interest Rates Again Making Bitcoin Stagnant
Realized, Powell Holds Interest Rates Again Making Bitcoin Stagnant. The Chairman of the Federal Reserve (The Fed) Jerome Powell held the benchmark interest rate at 3.50%-3.75% on Thursday (29/01) early morning. This caused Bitcoin ($BTC ) to stagnate in the area of US$88 thousand to US$90 thousand.
This decision aligns with the market expectations that had circulated earlier, which believed that almost 100% of market participants were optimistic about a rate cut this December, according to the CME Fed Watch Tool.
It is known that the Japanese yen has strengthened against the United States dollar (USD). This may lead Powell to decide to hold the benchmark interest rate, which could hinder the yen's strengthening.
One Bitcoin Turns Out Can Support Hundreds of Families in Indonesia
ah the decline that occurred, but one Bitcoin ($BTC ) still has significant value. Because, with this one crypto asset, it can support around 239 families in Indonesia.
Specifically, the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) recorded the average household consumption cost per person in a month at around Rp1,569,088. Then, the average number of family members in Indonesia is around 4 people, meaning one family can spend Rp6,276,352.
Thus, one Bitcoin which is now priced at US$89 thousand or nearly Rp1.5 billion can support hundreds of families in Indonesia with an expenditure of around Rp6,276,352 per month. Therefore, this one crypto asset still holds value despite experiencing a price drop.
Bulgaria Lost Billions of Dollars After Selling Bitcoin in 2017
aria missed out on potential profits of over US$18.2 billion after selling all their seized Bitcoin holdings ($BTC ) of 213,519 in 2017, which were then valued at US$2,354 per coin.
At that time, the Bulgarian authorities arrested a group of organized crime hackers involved in customs fraud. The Southeast European Law Enforcement Center (SELEC) seized 213,519 Bitcoins worth US$500 million.
The group of hackers was suspected of using computer viruses to infiltrate the Bulgarian customs system, allowing them to import goods without paying the required duties. They chose Bitcoin because it was considered difficult to trace.
**Arsenal Fan Token Dropped 8% After Losing to MU**
Arsenal Fan Token (AFC) temporarily dropped more than 8% to a level of US$0.4748 yesterday, Monday (26/01) afternoon.
This decline happened right after Arsenal lost with a score of 2-3 to Manchester United (MU) in the English League match at Emirates Stadium the day before.
As is known, fan tokens are often traded as indicators of team performance and fan sentiment.
Without positive match results or important upcoming matches, the token lost its main demand driver and was again affected by the weakening crypto market.
*Disclaimer Alert. Not Financial Advice (NFA). Do Your Own Research (DYOR).*
Cryptography | The Bitter Fact, Gold's Performance Leaves All Asset Classes Behind Last Year
an asset that stands out and dominates with an increase of 62%. Therefore, it is not surprising that it was able to outperform all investment assets throughout last year, including Bitcoin ($BTC ).
This achievement can occur due to the uncertainty related to the trade tariffs imposed by the United States. In addition, massive accumulation by central banks also drove gold to soar.
On the other hand, both US stock indices Nasdaq and S&P 500 recorded increases of 20.5% and 16.6% respectively in the same year. This was driven by the euphoria of artificial intelligence (AI) narratives.
Ray Dalio's master class in his notes warns that the economic crisis is getting closer. He assesses that the current condition is in stage 5, meaning heading toward a crisis due to inequality and conflict.
"I outline the cause-and-effect relationships that can be followed to identify where we are in the Big Cycle and what is likely to happen. From that perspective, it is clear that we are in Stage 5 (the pre-collapse period of the order) and on the brink of Stage 6 (the collapse of the old order)," he said, citing his notes on X.
Features | Early Bitcoin Investor Speaks Out: Don't Expect Too Much This Year
Davinci Jeremie, an early investor known for buying Bitcoin ($BTC ) since the price was around US$1 in 2011, predicts that this year will not be an easy year for the crypto market. He assesses that the chances of Bitcoin creating a rising trend are quite limited.
Jeremie is one of the earliest Bitcoin YouTubers with hundreds of thousands of followers and thousands of crypto educational content. His name has been widely discussed again due to his realistic views amid market optimism.
According to him, the best scenario in 2026 is merely a recovery to previous peak levels, not a sharp surge. He mentions that Bitcoin's price movements often occur in cycles that do not always align with investor expectations.
Peter Schiff Warns of a Major Storm in Gold-Bitcoin
Economic critic Peter Schiff warns investors to leave Bitcoin and switch to physical commodities.
According to this skeptic of Bitcoin, there will be a market crash. Therefore, selling these digital assets is a good strategy.
"A major movement will occur in precious metals and Bitcoin. Investors need to prepare. For gold and silver, this means buying more physical metals and increasing shares in mining that are still very undervalued," he said, citing his X account.
The Most Crowded in Southeast Asia, Crypto Users in Indonesia Reach 19 Million
According to the Indonesia Crypto & Web3 Industry Report 2025, Indonesia has become the largest crypto user country in Southeast Asia with 19 million people actively involved in the industry.
This is due to the clarity of regulations that are now directly supervised by the Financial Services Authority (OJK) and classify crypto as a digital financial instrument.
"With more than 19 million active users, triple-digit growth in blockchain, and regulatory clarity that other markets in Southeast Asia rarely have, Indonesia is quickly emerging as the next crypto powerhouse in the region," the report notes.
As the Weakest Currency, Bringing Rp50,000 Can Turn Into Millions of Rials in Iran
Iran has entered a phase of increasingly severe economic crisis. This economic pressure is caused by rising inflation and a crisis of confidence in the local currency. In fact, the Iranian rial has become the weakest currency in the world after plummeting 2,388% in less than a year.
Due to its severity, the Iranian rial continues to lose its purchasing power against the rupiah. 1 Iranian rial is now worth 0.01 rupiah, and worse, this currency of the Mullah's country is even valued at 0 against the US dollar.
This means that if an Indonesian citizen (WNI) brings Rp50,000 to Iran, its value could reach 3,156,859 Iranian rials. Even an Indonesian with a Regional Minimum Wage (UMR) salary could end up with millions if exchanged for Iranian rials, according to xe.com.
American Rapper Once Sold His Album for 700 Bitcoin, Now Worth Rp1 Trillion
The American rapper 50 Cent once sold his album titled "Animal Ambition" for 700 Bitcoin (BTC) back in 2014, when BTC was still valued at around US$600 per coin.
After selling it, he temporarily forgot about it until several years later. Even if 50 Cent still holds onto it, its value is now worth US$64.4 million, equivalent to Rp1.09 trillion.
"Pretty good for a kid from the South Side, I'm really proud of myself," wrote the rapper, whose real name is Curtis Jackson, on Instagram.
Trump-Powell Turmoil, Silver Becomes the World's Second Most Valuable Asset
Silver prices surged again to US$85.23 on Tuesday (13/01) ahead of the Federal Reserve (The Fed) meeting. In addition, its market capitalization rose slightly by 0.27%, allowing it to surpass NVIDIA as the second most valuable asset in the world.
On the other hand, $BTC remains at position 8 with a market capitalization of $USDT 1.8 trillion, after previously surpassing Alphabet shares, Google's parent company, as the fifth most valuable asset in the world.
Silver surge occurred as markets worried about the independence of The Fed. For information, the U.S. Department of Justice decided to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
Carousel | Thanks to Bitcoin, a Man in Venezuela Was Able to Save His Family from Crisis
A man named Sultan claims he has been mining Bitcoin (BTC) at his home in Venezuela since 2014, successfully saving his family from a broken financial system. At the time, Venezuela was experiencing a crisis under Nicolas Maduro's leadership, with inflation reaching over 64%.
"12 years ago, I mined Bitcoin at my home in Venezuela to escape a failing system. Today, my entire family is abroad thanks to the hard work of saving in Bitcoin for over a decade," writes Sultan, quoting his X page.
Bitcoin Rebound to US$94,000, Causing IDR 7 Trillion in Short Positions to Be Liquidated
$BTC rebound to US$94,000 or 3.2%, according to CoinMarketCap, Tuesday (06/01) morning. However, this rise also led to the liquidation of Bitcoin short positions worth US$436 million or around IDR 7 trillion.
This rise in the largest digital asset also caused altcoins to surge. With Ethereum (ETH) and XRP, BNB, which had previously dropped by several percent, are now priced at US$3,273, US$2.33, and US$911, respectively.
Meanwhile, the catalyst for this Bitcoin rally occurred amid rumors that a pro-crypto candidate will run to replace Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro. Additionally, the Satoshi whale era just bought 7,658 Bitcoins worth US$710 million on the same day.
Getting Richer, The Wealth of the Richest People in the World Increased Rp36.696 Trillion Last Year
500 richest people in the world added their collective wealth by a record US$2.2 trillion or around Rp36.696 trillion, bringing their total net worth to US$11.9 trillion. This increase was driven by the euphoria of Big Tech stocks and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the United States. About a quarter of all gains came from just eight individuals including Larry Ellison, Elon Musk, Larry Page, and Jeff Bezos. Elon Musk became the biggest gainer in 2025, with his wealth rising by US$190.3 billion to US$622.7 billion. This was largely driven by his ownership in SpaceX and Tesla, although it was affected by his political activities.
Long-term Investor Selling Pressure Ends, Bitcoin Worth Rp134 T Has Been Purchased
Long-term investors or long-term holders of Bitcoin (BTC) are starting to show an accumulation or buying phase. It is recorded that there are 91,507 BTC worth US$8,050,405,190 or around Rp134.9 trillion that have been purchased in the last 5 days, according to CheckOnChain data.
This event reflects that the selling pressure from long-term Bitcoin market participants is starting to end and concludes a long record of sales.
It is known that massive sales by long-term investors occurred since November 10. At that time, Bitcoin began to experience a long decline to this day after reaching its peak of US$126,000.
*Features | Child's Exchange 16 Years Lost 99,000 Bitcoin, Now Worth Rp146.5 Trillion*
Zhao Tong, a 16-year-old from China, was fascinated by the idea of unlimited digital money. This motivated Zhao to create Bitcoinica, the first crypto exchange with margin trading features.
Bitcoinica quickly became very popular and processed large volumes. However, limitations in experience, weak security systems, and personal pressures led him to sell the platform.
Although efforts to improve were made by the new owner, Bitcoinica continued to be hacked repeatedly in 2012, resulting in the loss of approximately 99,000 BTC, including that of major investors.
This destroyed Zhao's reputation and became one of the largest losses in crypto history, while also leaving a strong message that without serious security and good asset management, even the most sophisticated innovations can end in disaster.