Because bitcoin is decentralized, there isn’t a single price of bitcoin. Instead, its dollar value is often calculated by averaging the current going price of bitcoin on a few trusted exchanges. However, even on established exchanges, it’s not unheard of for investors to drive crypto prices up or down deliberately or accidentally with large trades, opening arbitrage opportunities.
Bitcoin (BTC) Price Is In a ‘Bore to Death’ Phase. When Will the BTC Rally Resume?
The current period resembles the action from April through September of 2023 when bitcoin was stuck in the $25,000-$30,000 range...