Cryptos Breakout of Bear Trends, But Will It Continue? Bitcoin (BTC) & Ethereum (ETH) Outlook
By Elior Manier - April 22, 2026
Market Overview
Bitcoin has reached a significant milestone, trading at $79,000, as it tests a breakout from its main descending channel established in October. This surge comes just 13 days after a previous analysis, during which Bitcoin increased by $7,000 (10%), while Ethereum has also shown strength, breaking through major resistance levels to reach $2,400.
Despite altcoins slowly gaining momentum, the focus remains on Bitcoin and Ethereum, the largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. Investors are cautious, looking to invest in high-quality assets as market narratives shift.
The total crypto market capitalization is showing positive signs, extending gains and dominating previous lows from February. However, for a sustained rebound, it is crucial for the market cap to exceed $2.65 trillion.
Key Market Events
The upcoming days are critical, particularly with anticipated peace talks that could impact market sentiment. Observers are keen to see if cryptocurrencies will act as a safe haven or continue to behave as risk assets, especially in light of their strong correlation with the Nasdaq index.
While the Nasdaq has reached all-time highs, Bitcoin's current test at $79,000 could determine whether cryptocurrencies can decouple from equities during a potential stock market downturn.
Technical Analysis
Bitcoin (BTC) Analysis
Bitcoin is currently above its long-term pivot at $75,000, which is crucial for bullish momentum. To maintain this upward trend, Bitcoin must break above the $80,000 level. If it fails, profit-taking could stall the rally.
Support Levels:
- $75,000 - Key long-term pivot
- $70,000 - Short-term momentum pivot
- $60,000 to $63,000 - Main support
- $59,935 - February lows
- $52,000 to $58,000 - Next support
- $40,000 - Mid-2024 breakout support
Resistance Levels:
- $79,100 - Daily highs
- $80,000 to $83,000 - Mini-resistance
- $90,000 to $95,000 - Minor resistance
- $98,000 to $100,000 - Pivotal resistance
- $124,000 to $126,000 - Current ATH resistance
Ethereum (ETH) Analysis
Ethereum has also broken out of its descending channel, with bulls needing to breach the $2,450 highs to confirm a breakout. The momentum remains strong, and if Ethereum enters the $2,500 resistance zone, it could signal a continued upward trend.
Support Levels:
- $2,118 - 4H 50 and 200 MA
- $2,000 - Channel lows
- $1,700 to $1,800 - Pre-bounce key support
- $1,744 - February 6 lows
- $1,380 to $1,500 - 2025 support
- $1,384 - 2025 lows
Resistance Levels:
- $2,201 - March 4 highs
- $2,300 - June war key pivot
- $2,500 to $2,700 - Channel highs
- $3,000 to $3,200 - Major momentum pivot
- $4,950 - Current new all-time highs