Bitcoin's been playing a game of "almost there" with the $100K mark, teasing investors with a 38% monthly gain but refusing to cross the finish line. 😅

Despite this, the derivatives market is showing some love, with traders paying a 17% premium for leveraged positions. Not quite the 40% of a bull stampede, but hey, it's something!

MicroStrategy and Marathon Digital are on a shopping spree, adding thousands of BTC to their stash. Meanwhile, spot ETFs are seeing billions in inflows, proving it's not just the big guys keeping Bitcoin afloat.

Retail traders, don't be shy—your influence is still felt!