Sun 14 April 2024 ▪
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A financial earthquake rocked the crypto world. Bitcoin is once again experiencing a dizzying fall that is shaking the very foundations of this emerging market. In line with Arthur Reyes’ prediction, this crash occurred ahead of the highly anticipated Bitcoin Halving. The escalation of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East after the Iranian attack on Israel also contributed to worsening Bitcoin’s fall. However, in order for this prediction to become a reality, it is necessary to examine the factors that catalyzed this titanic crash.
The impact of geopolitical tensions
The sudden escalation of tensions between Iran and Israel on April 13, 2024 had a devastating impact on the crypto market. After Iran launched drones towards Israel in retaliation for an Israeli airstrike a few days earlier, Bitcoin fell by more than 8.4%, losing $130 million in capitalization within minutes. Other major cryptocurrencies such as Ether and Solana also suffered massive losses. This event calls into question the supposed immunity of crypto-assets to geopolitical upheavals.
Bitcoin and regulatory issues
One of the main forces behind Bitcoin’s collapse is the regulatory environment. Regulators around the world have really tightened their tune! Creation of binding legal frameworks aimed at regulating this once largely deregulated market. From China to the United States to Europe, authorities have stepped up measures to combat illegal activities linked to cryptocurrencies.
In addition to regulatory considerations, it is also necessary to examine the predominant role that unfettered speculation plays in Bitcoin’s price decline. Since its inception, this cryptocurrency has become the target of many investors. They seek to make quick profits, attracted by their legendary volatility. However, the same volatility turned against them, causing panic at the first signs that they were running out of steam.
Although Bitcoin’s collapse was predicted by Arthur Reyes, few anticipated its scale, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. This forecast reinforces the need for deep reform. The Bitcoin crash, while spectacular, is not an end in itself, but rather a warning sign. This reality also raises questions about the ability of cryptocurrencies to withstand major geopolitical upheavals in the future.
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The world is evolving and adaptation is the best weapon to survive in this wavy universe. Essentially a crypto community manager, I am interested in anything directly or indirectly related to blockchain and its derivatives. To share my experiences and raise awareness of a field that fascinates me, there is nothing better than writing articles that are both informative and relaxing.
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