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<\/a><\/p>\nCryptocurrency markets plunged Monday as Bitcoin (BTC) dropped 7%, breaking below key levels amid growing fears over US trade policies. Here’s what’s happening\u2014and where crypto could go next.<\/p>\n
Why Crypto Markets Are Panicking
\nBitcoin fell to $76,900 before a slight rebound, down 7% from Sunday\u2019s high.<\/p>\n
Ethereum (ETH) crashed to $1,540, its lowest since October 2023.<\/p>\n
$758M in long positions liquidated in 24 hours\u2014the highest in six weeks.<\/p>\n
Trigger: President Trump\u2019s renewed push for aggressive tariffs spooked investors, causing a risk-off selloff in both crypto and stocks.<\/p>\n
Key Factors Driving the Crypto Crash
\n1. Massive Liquidations Hit Traders
\nOver $758M in long positions were wiped out (Coinglass data).<\/p>\n
Put options surged, with heavy demand for $70,000 Bitcoin puts (Deribit, FalconX).<\/p>\n
Institutions are hedging aggressively, signaling fear of further drops.<\/p>\n
2. Bitcoin & Ethereum Testing Critical Support
\nBTC must hold $75,000 to avoid a deeper correction.<\/p>\n
ETH needs to stay above $1,500\u2014a break lower could trigger more selling.<\/p>\n
3. Crypto Still Tied to Traditional Markets
\nUS stock futures also fell, proving crypto hasn\u2019t decoupled from risk assets.<\/p>\n
Analysts warn: “Market independence is a myth”\u2014macro fears impact crypto.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s Next for Bitcoin & Crypto?
\nBull Case:
\n\u2705 If BTC reclaims $78,000, a rebound toward $80,000+ is possible.
\n\u2705 Fed rate cuts later this year could reignite crypto momentum.<\/p>\n
Bear Case:
\n\u26a0\ufe0f A break below $75,000 may trigger a fall toward $70,000.
\n\u26a0\ufe0f More tariff announcements could extend the selloff.<\/p>\n
Expert Take:
\n“If Bitcoin loses $75K, we could see a sharp drop to $70K\u2014traders should watch this level closely.”
\n\u2014 Sean McNulty, FalconX Senior APAC Derivatives Head<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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