BTC rises again, investors reminded to watch market dynamics
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Cryptocurrency investors have been reminded to keep a close eye on market dynamics after the price of Bitcoin (BTC) climbed back above US$80,000 on 25 August, up from around US$64,000 the previous week.
Indodax Chief Marketing Officer Aloysia Dian said the movement was supported by a shift in global macro sentiment following the United States treasury buyback policy, as well as increased fund flows into spot Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), reflecting renewed demand in the crypto market.
According to her statement in Jakarta on Friday, the latest Bitcoin rally reflects not only short-term price movement but also a shift in sentiment visible across a number of market indicators.
“A rapid rally still needs to be balanced with discipline in managing risk, especially for investors who are only now returning to look for opportunities in the market,” she said.
One of the macro factors drawing market attention is the United States treasury buyback policy, under which the government repurchases part of its outstanding debt. The policy is part of the treasury’s efforts to maintain liquidity and support smooth trading.
The US Department of the Treasury has increased buybacks of long-term government bonds, which has put pressure on yields and renewed interest in risk assets, including crypto.
On the demand side, spot Bitcoin ETFs in the United States have again recorded positive fund flows. Based on data from SoSoValue, spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded net inflows during the period of 17-25 August 2026, with total fund flows reaching around US$2.57 billion.
At the same time, Crypto Quant recorded that the Bitcoin Bull Score rose from 30 to 80 within a week. This reflects high optimism and risk appetite among market participants.
After moving in a relatively narrow range in early August, Bitcoin began to accelerate on 19 August and rose more than 20 percent in three days.
The rally, which was also reinforced by a short squeeze, then pushed Bitcoin past US$80,000 on 25 August.
Aloysia said this change signals that buying interest is strengthening again, but the rapid pace of the rally also means volatility risk still needs to be watched.
“When the increase in demand runs alongside rising prices, market momentum becomes stronger. However, the movement still needs to be read together with macro conditions, liquidity, market activity, and overall investor sentiment,” she said.
Amid the rally, market sentiment has also moved into an optimistic zone. Conditions like this can open up opportunities, but at the same time increase the risk of volatility if investors and traders start chasing prices too aggressively.
This momentum, she continued, also serves as an important reminder for investors and traders to keep adjusting their strategies to their respective goals and risk profiles.
Short-term traders, according to Aloysia, can evaluate position sizes and risk limits, while long-term investors can consider a gradual approach so that decisions are not driven solely by price increases.