Predicting Bitcoin Prices Using Machine Learning

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Dimitriadou, A. and Andros Gregoriou 2023. Predicting Bitcoin Prices Using Machine Learning. Entropy. 25 (5), pp. 1-10. https://doi.org/10.3390/e25050777
AuthorsDimitriadou, A. and Andros Gregoriou
Abstract

In this paper we predict Bitcoin movements by utilizing a machine-learning framework. We compile a dataset of 24 potential explanatory variables that are often employed in the finance literature. Using daily data from 2nd of December 2014 to July 8th 2019, we build forecasting models that utilize past Bitcoin values, other cryptocurrencies, exchange rates and other macroeconomic variables. Our empirical results suggest that the traditional logistic regression model outperforms the linear support vector machine and the random forest algorithm, reaching an accuracy of 66%. Moreover, based on the results, we provide evidence that points to the rejection of weak form efficiency in the Bitcoin market.

KeywordsBitcoin; machine learning ; linear support vector machine
Year2023
JournalEntropy
Journal citation25 (5), pp. 1-10
PublisherMDPI AG
ISSN1099-4300
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)https://doi.org/10.3390/e25050777
Web address (URL)https://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/25/5/777
Output statusPublished
Publication dates10 May 2023
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Accepted07 May 2023
Deposited25 May 2023
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