Bitcoin slipped below $90,000 as selling pressure returned across the crypto market. The move followed a global risk-off shift driven by macro uncertainty, hitting altcoins harder than Bitcoin.
Ether was the weakest among major assets, dropping more than 7% in the last 24 hours and falling back below the key $3,000 level for the first time since early January. This confirms continued weakness across altcoins, while Bitcoin dominance climbed toward 60%, signaling capital rotation into BTC.
With this decline, Bitcoin has given back most of its 2026 gains and is now trading only slightly above its yearly open. Volatility is clearly back, and short-term pressure may persist, especially on high-beta altcoins.
What to expect & how to approach it:
Expect altcoins to remain more volatile than Bitcoin in the short term.
Bitcoin is likely to lead direction, with altcoins following with larger moves.
Focus on key support levels rather than chasing rebounds.
Reduce leverage and prioritize capital protection during high volatility.
Look for confirmed reactions at major levels before entering trades.
This is a market phase that rewards patience, discipline, and risk management more than aggression.