The activation of the hash ribbon 'buy signal' has historically preceded significant longer uptrends for bitcoin, indicating a shift from miner capitulation to network stabilization and potential price increases.
The hash ribbon is a well-established, miner-driven indicator developed by charles edwards, known for its historical accuracy in signaling trend shifts. its current activation is supported by an all-time high hashrate and consistent institutional etf investments.
The hash ribbon signal is a 'buy signal' historically linked to the start of longer uptrends. combined with bitcoin reclaiming the $93,000 zone, an all-time high network hashrate, and consistent institutional investment, the outlook is strongly bullish towards key resistance levels like $100,000 and $107,000.
Hash ribbon triggers have historically led to price increases lasting 'more than a month,' and the article discusses a potential 'new all-time high for bitcoin in 2026,' indicating a sustained long-term positive effect.
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