Bitcoin tumbled more than 5% this week as investors fled risky assets for traditional safe havens. Gold surged to record highs above $4,300 per ounce while crypto markets faced heavy liquidations exceeding $1 billion. The divergence reignited debates about bitcoin’s viability as ‘digital gold’ during market stress, highlighting fundamental differences in how these assets behave when investors seek safety.
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Crypto Bloodbath: Bitcoin Dumps to $104K, Altcoins Crushed
Cryptocurrency markets experienced one of their most turbulent weeks in recent memory as Bitcoin plunged to multi-month lows below $104,000, triggering a widespread sell-off that wiped approximately $500 billion from the total market capitalization. The dramatic downturn, which began last Friday and intensified throughout the week, saw Bitcoin lose nearly 15% of its value while altcoins suffered even steeper declines, with Ethereum falling below $3,900 and Binance Coin losing critical support at $1,100. Despite a partial recovery sparked by positive macro news from US President Trump regarding China tariffs, market sentiment remains fragile as Bitcoin stabilizes around $107,000 while most alternative cryptocurrencies continue to struggle.
read moreCardano Plunges 27% as Whales Split, Support Fails
Cardano’s ADA token has plunged approximately 27% this week, crashing through the critical $0.66 support level as risk-off sentiment swept through cryptocurrency markets. The sharp decline was amplified by Bitcoin’s slide toward $104,000 and thinning altcoin liquidity, with on-chain data revealing a stark division among large holders that’s creating volatile consolidation between $0.65 and $0.70.
read moreBitcoin ETFs See $1.2B Outflows as Schwab Gains Market Share
Spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced massive outflows totaling $1.22 billion this week as BTC prices declined. Despite the sector-wide withdrawals, Charles Schwab reported its clients now hold 20% of all US crypto ETP assets, signaling shifting institutional adoption patterns amid market turbulence.
read moreBitcoin Enters Correction Phase as Price Drops Below $105K
Bitcoin’s recent rally has hit a significant roadblock as the cryptocurrency enters a structural correction phase, with prices falling from $124,000 to around $105,000 within 24 hours. The flagship digital asset has fallen below key technical indicators, including the 200-day moving average, raising concerns about further downside potential. Market analysts from CryptoQuant and other platforms point to negative cycle phase scores and declining network activity as warning signals, though some view this as a necessary rebalancing rather than the start of a long-term downtrend.
read moreBitcoin Treasury NAV Reset Creates Investor Opportunities
Bitcoin treasury companies have seen their Net Asset Value premiums collapse dramatically as retail investors suffered billions in losses, but researchers at 10x Research suggest this market reset presents compelling new entry points for skilled asset managers. The era of what analysts term ‘financial magic’ appears to be ending for digital asset treasuries, creating a more realistic valuation environment for sophisticated investors.
read morePi Network Updates Amid 93% Price Crash
Pi Network finds itself at a critical crossroads as significant ecosystem development initiatives clash with a devastating 93% price collapse of its native token. While the project advances its technical capabilities through enhanced App Studio features and developer incentives, the PI token has plummeted to approximately $0.20, creating a stark contrast between fundamental progress and market performance that tests investor confidence and community sentiment.
read moreDogecoin Plunges 27% as Whales Dump $74M in DOGE
Dogecoin extended its weekly decline to 27% as on-chain data revealed whales unloaded approximately 360 million DOGE worth $74 million. The selloff occurred despite positive developments around potential corporate partnerships, highlighting trader skepticism about immediate revenue impact. Technical analysis suggests DOGE is testing critical support at $0.17 with resistance looming between $0.21-$0.23.
read moreRegional Bank Stress Returns as Bitcoin Hits 4-Month Low
Regional banks are facing renewed financial stress despite post-2023 crisis reforms, with Zions and Western Alliance stocks plunging significantly. Meanwhile, Bitcoin has fallen to a four-month low, but industry experts believe the cryptocurrency could benefit from any resulting liquidity crisis, with Strike CEO Jack Mallers arguing that Bitcoin is correctly anticipating an impending liquidity crisis that the Federal Reserve’s response will ultimately drive higher.
read moreBitcoin Tests $106K Support as Crypto Market Slides
Bitcoin is facing its most critical technical test in months as the cryptocurrency slides toward $103,000 amid a broad market downturn. The digital asset has breached the crucial $106,000-$107,000 support zone, triggering accelerated sell-offs across altcoins and raising concerns about a deeper correction. With Bitcoin trading below key technical levels identified by analysts, the coming days will determine whether this represents a healthy reset within the ongoing bull market or the beginning of a more prolonged consolidation phase.
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