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Signs Bitcoin Bullish Momentum Has Returned Despite Market Pullback
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Signs Bitcoin Bullish Momentum Has Returned Despite Market Pullback

Bitcoin continues to show signs of renewed bullish strength despite a recent 2.5% correction from its multi month high of $82,800 reached earlier in May. Btc remains in a strong position, supported by improving momentum, higher liquidity, rising network activity, and stronger spot demand.

Tristan R.
By Tristan R.

Senior Author · May 12, 2026

2 min
Key takeaways
Bitcoin Price Momentum Signals Strong Market Recovery Bitcoin continues to show signs of renewed bullish strength despite a recent 2.5% correction from its multi month high of $82,800 reached earlier in May.
Btc remains in a strong position, supported by improving momentum, higher liquidity, rising network activity, and stronger spot demand.
$BTC weekly price chart Technical indicators suggest Bitcoin has moved back into expansion territory after successfully reclaiming support near the $80,000 level.

Bitcoin Price Momentum Signals Strong Market Recovery

Bitcoin continues to show signs of renewed bullish strength despite a recent 2.5% correction from its multi month high of $82,800 reached earlier in May. Btc remains in a strong position, supported by improving momentum, higher liquidity, rising network activity, and stronger spot demand.

$BTC weekly price chart

Technical indicators suggest Bitcoin has moved back into expansion territory after successfully reclaiming support near the $80,000 level. Analysts noted that Bitcoin’s Bull Market Support Band has flipped back into support, a signal often linked with positive long-term trends.

Stablecoin Liquidity Returns to Bitcoin Market

Another bullish sign comes from Bitcoin’s Stablecoin Supply Ratio (SSR), which has recovered from historically low levels. This suggests stablecoin liquidity is returning to exchanges, giving investors more buying power during market rebounds.

Bitcoin Stablecoin Supply Ratio:

Market observers also pointed to a rise in stablecoin demand indicators, reflecting stronger investor confidence and increased market participation.

Bitcoin Network Activity Reaches Multi-Month High

Bitcoin network activity has also strengthened sharply. Daily transaction counts jumped more than 100% in May, reaching levels not seen since late 2024. Active wallet addresses and transaction fees also increased, signaling growing interest among users and traders.

Bitcoin daily transaction count

Bitcoin Spot Demand Shows Institutional Interest

Analysts said Bitcoin’s spot taker volume has turned positive, indicating stronger buying pressure from larger investors and institutions. Growing spot demand is often viewed as a sign of healthier and more sustainable price growth.

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Tristan R.
Tristan R.

8+ years covering crypto markets, macro, and geopolitics. Previously at Decrypt and CoinDesk. Focused on the intersection of digital assets and traditional finance.