According to @simplykashif, Michael Saylor said the real signal for Bitcoin is when trillion-dollar banks enter BTC custody and credit services, positioning bank-led custody and lending as the priority indicators for market direction; source: Kashif Raza on X, Nov 25, 2025. The post identifies announcements by top-tier banks offering BTC custody or credit as key events for traders to monitor for near-term catalysts in spot and derivatives activity; source: Kashif Raza on X, Nov 25, 2025.

According to Milk Road, safer lending in the cryptocurrency market can be achieved by maintaining a loan-to-value (LTV) ratio under 30%, monitoring liquidation levels weekly, repaying loans with regular income rather than Bitcoin, and utilizing auto-top-up features or holding spare Bitcoin for emergencies. These strategies help mitigate risks associated with Bitcoin lending and ensure stability in volatile markets. Source: Milk Road.