Bitcoin volatility lower than 2017 levels as price smashes $51K

Bitcoin volatility lower than 2017 levels as price smashes $51K

Bitcoin volatility is not at the same level seen during the 2017 bull run but analysts still say lower price swings are necessary to maintain upward momentum. Bitcoin (BTC) has hit a new high above $51,300 in a continuation of its bullish advance that begun in October 2020.According to Bloomberg, the current run is different from the 2017 bull rally that topped out below $20,000 in terms of volatility.Indeed, data from Woobull Charts puts Bitcoin’s 60-day volatility at 14.25%, a significant decline from the over 32% recorded at the zenith of the 2017 bull run.Bitcoin 60-day Volatility.....


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