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Bitcoin Could Be Entering Bull Regime Right Now; Here’s Why

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Bitcoin Could Be Entering Bull Regime Right Now; Here’s Why

In Brief

  • • Bitcoin exited a 178-hour bear regime.
  • • Taker flow and open interest have turned bullish.
  • • BTC is trading above fair value, signaling strong demand.
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Bitcoin (BTC) has shifted back into a bullish market structure after a prolonged period of selling pressure, according to new analysis. The data shows that a reversal in taker flow and rising open interest helped end a 178-hour bear regime. At the same time, Bitcoin is now trading at a significant premium above its modeled fair value, signaling renewed demand.

Taker flow reversal signals market shift

The report, shared on March 16 by prominent cryptocurrency trading analyst Axel Adler Jr., highlights a structural transition driven by changes in market participation.

Specifically, after weeks of negative net taker volume and declining open interest, both metrics reversed around March 10. This shift pushed the model’s Integrated Market Index sharply higher, reaching 96, its highest level in the past 30 days.

The move also marked the end of a prolonged bear regime that began in mid-February.

Bitcoin futures flow: Integrated Market Index.
Bitcoin futures flow: Integrated Market Index. Source: Axel Adler Jr.

Bitcoin trades at strong premium

The latest data shows Bitcoin trading well above its modeled fair value. Price currently sits around $73,886, compared to a fair value estimate of $70,433, creating a premium of roughly $3,453.

Bitcoin price 7-day chart.
Bitcoin price 7-day chart. Source: CoinGecko

This contrasts with late February conditions, when Bitcoin traded at a discount exceeding $3,300 during peak selling pressure. According to the model, the current premium reflects structurally justified demand rather than overextension.

Bitcoin price index + fair value.
Bitcoin price index + fair value. Source: Axel Adler Jr.

Bull regime confirmed by multiple indicators

Both the Integrated Market Index and Price Index are now near their 30-day highs, indicating synchronized strength across key metrics. The analysis suggests that as long as Bitcoin maintains its premium above fair value, the bullish structure remains intact.

The reversal in flow dynamics, combined with expanding open interest, signals stronger participation from buyers.

Key levels to watch

The model outlines conditions that could weaken the current setup. A drop in the Integrated Index below 55 would signal deterioration, especially if accompanied by cooling taker flow and declining open interest.

For now, the index remains well above that threshold, suggesting continued strength. However, analysts warn that divergence between price and underlying flow metrics could signal a shift toward a more neutral market structure.

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