Looking to 2026, Bitcoin forecasts clash with historical chart patterns and evolving market realities, as traditional finance plays a bigger role in the cryptocurrency space. The post-2024 halving cycle brought significant gains earlier in the year; however, late-2025 consolidation and volatility have led to a pullback amid macroeconomic uncertainty and fluctuations in ETF flows. The 47% drawdown from $126,000 all-time highs in October saw Bitcoin price drop to $80,500 in November. Analysts are largely bullish for 2026, though their predictions are tempered compared to earlier euphoria. Standard Chartered has cut its ... (full story)