A long-standing theory in the cryptocurrency world posits that Bitcoin's market cycles are directly tied to its halving events, occurring approximately every four years. However, a prominent analyst, James Check, is challenging this widely accepted belief. Check argues that the four-year cycle theory is a misnomer, and that Bitcoin's market movements are instead anchored by "trends in adoption and market structure." He has identified three distinct cycles in Bitcoin's history, each defined by a different stage of market evolution. This perspective suggests that the traditional halving-centric narrative may be oversimplified and fails to account for the broader, more complex forces at play.

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Check's analysis breaks down Bitcoin's history into specific periods. He characterizes the 2011 to 2018 era as an <b>"adoption cycle,"</b> driven primarily by early retail investors. Following this was the <b>"adolescence cycle"</b> from 2018 to 2022, which saw increased market leverage and a pattern of "boom and bust" activity. The current <b>"maturity cycle,"</b> beginning in 2022, is defined by growing institutional involvement and a move toward greater stability. This shift in market participants and structure, according to Check, has a more significant impact on price action than the predictable halving events. Other industry experts, including Bitwise chief investment officer Matthew Hougan, share this view, suggesting that factors like institutional participation and <a href="https://www.cryptoknowmics.com/news/xrp-poised-for-massive-exposure-through-etf-approvals/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ETF</a> inflows are now the primary drivers of the market, potentially leading to a longer, more extended bull run.

Analyst Argues Bitcoin's Market Cycles Are Driven by Adoption, Not Halvings

An analyst challenges the popular four-year cycle theory, suggesting that Bitcoin's market movements are driven by institutional adoption.

Analyst Argues Bitcoin's Market Cycles Are Driven by Adoption, Not Halvings

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