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Bitcoin News July 2, 2026: Metaplanet Boosts Holdings as BTC Hits $62K High

BTCThursday, July 2, 2026

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  • Metaplanet significantly expanded its Bitcoin treasury in Q2 2026 by purchasing 2,823 BTC across multiple reports, with average prices ranging from approximately $78,600 to $106,500 per Bitcoin, bringing total holdings to 43,000 BTC valued in the billions. These acquisitions highlight large-scale institutional conviction in Bitcoin's long-term value despite price volatility.[Bitcoin.com News][Cointelegraph Bitcoin][The Block]
  • Bitcoin's price surged above $62,000 in early July 2026, a nearly 4% increase driven by weak U.S. jobs data that spurred expectations of Federal Reserve easing. The cryptocurrency later reclaimed over $61,000 amid steady accumulation by long-term holders despite ongoing ETF outflows, signaling strong core investor demand against a backdrop of mixed institutional activity.[Cointelegraph Bitcoin][The Block]
  • Bitcoin experienced a notable price retest at the $58,000 level despite supportive macroeconomic conditions, reflecting continued selling pressure specific to the cryptocurrency market. This divergence from equities, Treasury yields, and gold suggests Bitcoin still faces unique challenges even as broader markets stabilize.[Bitcoin.com News]
  • Despite recent rallies, analysis warns that Bitcoin may face further declines following its worst June since 2022, supported by a close below the 200-week moving average, which many consider a critical technical indicator signaling potential bear market continuation.[Cointelegraph Bitcoin]
  • Hyperscale Data expanded its Bitcoin holdings by 67 BTC, increasing its total to 849 BTC, reflecting a strategic accumulation amid volatile market conditions, which may support future institutional adoption narratives.[Crypto Briefing]
  • Bitcoin Core developer Jon Atack cautioned users to temporarily pause BTC transfers during the second week of August 2026 to mitigate risks linked to blockchain reorganizations anticipated from the BIP-110 update, which is currently under live testing with specialized Bitcoin software clients.[Bitcoin.com News]
  • The July 2026 Bitcoin price recovery to $60,000 has sparked debate about sustainability, with some market observers believing that the rally goes beyond a short squeeze due to supporting technical reversals and gradual investor confidence rebuilding.[AMBCrypto]

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