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Just been looking at the seasonal patterns in crypto, and there's something interesting here. Bitcoin wrapped up April looking pretty cautious, but historically this time of year tends to favor bulls. The data suggests we might be entering a period where bullish momentum could pick up.
April had that defensive vibe where everyone seemed to be playing it safe. But if seasonal trends hold, we could see the bulls market start gaining some real traction heading into May and beyond. Not saying it's guaranteed, but the pattern is worth paying attention to if you're thinking about positioning.
The bigger picture is that even when Bitcoin looks weak in the short term, these seasonal cycles have shown up consistently. So while last month felt subdued, the underlying seasonal dynamics might be setting up something different for the next phase. Keeping an eye on how this plays out.