While most analysts anticipate that the Federal Reserve will maintain current interest rates, some speculate about a possible "slightly moderate surprise," which could mitigate the short-term impact of DeepSeek on Bitcoin prices. Kendrick predicts a possible Bitcoin rebound in the coming days, depending on the political stance of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. He believes that if the Federal Reserve maintains a neutral position, the price of Bitcoin could exceed $105,000.
In the long term, the continuous influx of institutional funds is considered a primary driver of Bitcoin's price. Lou Kerner, founder of CryptoMondays, points out that while "risk events" in the short term may affect prices, the cumulative demand from individuals, corporations, and traditional financial institutions worldwide will drive Bitcoin upward. Data indicates that, as of September of last year, only 1% of the value of the Bitcoin ETF was held by pension funds, suggesting significant growth potential.