Using historical Bitcoin price data, it is possible to model different buying behaviors.

Buying during hype periods has been a losing strategy when combined with ‘weak hands’.

Simply holding or buying the dip have been winning strategies for Bitcoin historically.

After the disastrous start to the year for Bitcoin (COIN, OTCQX:GBTC), many investors have been left wondering how to proceed. One on hand, investors who witnessed the end of year rallies in 2017 know how quickly the market can turn around and do not want to be left behind if Bitcoin surges. On the other hand, the sharp corrections often following bull runs have left an indelible impression on investors and many now patiently anticipate these corrections before buying in. In this article, we’ll show an analysis of historical data to attempt to shed light on how best to invest in Bitcoin.