Bitcoin’s turbulent Tuesday: From fresh 14-month low to sharp rebound sparks $740M in liquidations
$BITCOIN 's turbulent Tuesday: From fresh 14-month low to sharp rebound sparks $740M in liquidations Analysts warn a weak follow-through bounce could set the tone for a brutal year ahead Bitcoin endured a dramatic bout of volatility on Tuesday, tumbling to a 14-month low before staging a swift rebound that rippled across crypto markets and triggered hundreds of millions of dollars in forced liquidations. The largest cryptocurrency slid as low as $72,900 during early U.S. trading — its weakest price since November 2024 — as turmoil in tech stocks and broader risk markets intensified selling pressure. Bitcoin later recovered more than 5% from those lows, briefly reclaiming the $76,000 level before momentum faded again.
Bitcoin slips below $73,000 to a 15-month low as selling pressure intensifies
Updated Feb. 3, 2026
$BITCOIN slips below $73,000 to a 15-month low as selling pressure intensifies Updated Feb. 3, 2026 Bitcoin briefly fell under the $73,000 level on Tuesday, extending its recent slide as investors continued to pull back from riskier assets amid rising geopolitical uncertainty. The largest cryptocurrency by market value dropped to an intraday low of $72,884.38, marking its weakest price since early November 2024. At that time, bitcoin was trading near $68,900, according to market data. The renewed downturn highlights persistent caution across global markets, with traders favoring safer assets as volatility picks up across equities, currencies and digital assets.#BitcoinForecast
Price volatility continues: Bitcoin recently dipped below ~$76,000 before attempting a rebound,
Price volatility continues: Bitcoin recently dipped below ~$76,000 before attempting a rebound, reflecting ongoing market weaknet Stocks and risk assets sliding: $BTC s drop has coincided with broader equity weakness in U.S. markets as tech and AI stocks sell off. Stabilization and Fed impact: After the selloff, $BTC showed signs of stabilizing around the mid-$70k range, influenced by U.S. Federal Reserve policy sentiment and a weaker dollar Policy and institutional developments: The U.S. Clarity Act (crypto market structure legislation) is being discussed by the White House with industry leaders, while significant crypto market losses triggered liquidations and renewed debate on regulation. $BTC #StrategyBTCPurchase
Quantum computing has long been viewed as a far-off, mostly theoretical risk to the cryptographic
Quantum computing has long been viewed as a far-off, mostly theoretical risk to the cryptographic systems that secure blockchains. That assumption is now starting to crack as developments in the field accelerate. In early January, the Ethereum$Foundation signaled the growing urgency by making post-quantum security a formal strategic priority. The organization set up a dedicated Post-Quantum (PQ) team tasked with advancing research, building tools and preparing practical network upgrades aimed at safeguarding Ethereum’s core cryptography against future quantum threats.$ETH #Ethereum #
Signs of Momentum: The State of Crypto
Washington shows renewed engagement as lawmakers,
Signs of Momentum: The State of Crypto Washington shows renewed engagement as lawmakers, regulators and the White House signal movement on digital asset po After a turbulent start to the year for crypto policy in the U.S., there are growing signs that Washington may be finding its footing. Lawmakers and regulators appear to be re-engaging, with recent developments pointing to incremental progress on both the legislative and regulatory fronts. The White House has begun convening fresh discussions focused on stablecoin yield, bringing together representatives from traditional banking institutions and the crypto sector. At the same time, Congress has moved a digital asset-related bill forward, and key regulators have resumed joint public appearances — a notable shift after months of fragmented messaging. While challenges remain and major breakthroughs are still elusive, the recent activity suggests a more coordinated approach is emerging, offering cautious optimism for the industry after months of uncertainty.$BTC
Sun’s proposed acquisition comes as bitcoin slid to $74,674, marking a roughly 21% drop from its Jan. 15 peak and extending the broader market pullback. The timing stands in sharp contrast to several digital-asset treasury firms that accumulated $BITCOIN near last year’s record highs and are now sitting on losses exceeding 30%, according to data from Bitcointreasuries. In a separate development, Binance disclosed a $1 billion bitcoin allocation to its user protection fund, underscoring continued institutional-scale exposure despite market volatility. Meanwhile, $TRX has remained resilient, trading around $0.284, staying above its December lows and maintaining its longer-term upward trend.$BTC
A sharp market downturn triggered more than $2.5 billion in crypto
A sharp market downturn triggered more than $2.5 billion in crypto liquidations over the past 24 hours, highlighting the risks of heavy leverage during periods of thin liquidity. One of the largest single losses was a $222.65 million ether position liquidated on the Hyperliquid exchange. Ether bore the brunt of the sell-off, with over $1.15 billion in leveraged positions wiped out as the token slid by as much as 17%. Bitcoin followed, seeing roughly $788 million in liquidations, while Solana accounted for close to $200 million as prices across major assets tumbled. The bulk of the forced closures were concentrated in long positions, amplifying downside pressure as liquidations fed into further price declines. The episode underscores how crowded leveraged trades can unravel quickly, setting off cascading moves that may either deepen losses or pave the way for sharp market reversals once selling pressure is exhausted.$ETH
Scăderea Bitcoin sub 84,200 USD a tras sentimentele de pe rețelele sociale la cel mai pesimist punct din 2026, arată datele firmei de analize Santiment. Trecerea de la prudența generală la frica deschisă indică faptul că mulți vânzători tardivi ar putea capitula - un proces care adesea reduce suplimentar scăderea odată ce piețele epuizează vânzătorii rămași.$BTC Deși o revenire rapidă nu este garantată, Santiment observă că actuala creștere a fricii pare mai aproape de o fază de capitulare decât de începutul unui nou ciclu euforic, în special dacă bitcoin reușește să se stabilizeze în jurul unor niveluri cheie, cum ar fi 90,000 USD.
$BITCOIN fell below $80,000, dipping around $78.7K — its lowest since late 2025, as markets undergo broad selloffs and liquidity concerns grow. Another report shows $BTC dipping further to about $77K, highlighting ongoing volatility and weakening sentiment. 😟 Market sentiment weak Fear and negative trader sentiment have jumped as prices linger near multi-month lows. Major moves in macroeconomics — like the new U.S. Federal Reserve chair appointment — haven’t boosted investor confidence. #bitcoin
XRP Bulls Hit With $70M Losses as Token Slides Nearly 7%
$XRP Bulls Hit With $70M Losses as Token Slides Nearly 7% Market focus shifts to $1.74 support as former floor turns into resistance $XRP dropped sharply on Thursday, falling close to 7% and erasing bullish bets worth roughly $70 million as a broader, bitcoin-driven selloff swept through the crypto market. The Ripple-linked token sank to around $1.75, with the move largely attributed to forced liquidations of leveraged long positions rather than any XRP-specific developments. Data shows selling pressure accelerated once prices slipped below the widely watched $1.79 level. That break occurred on unusually high trading volume, transforming the $1.79–$1.82 range from support into a resistance band. The intensity of the move suggests participation from larger, institutional players rather than just retail traders. In the near term, market participants are closely monitoring the $1.74–$1.75 area as a key support zone. A successful defense could see prices stabilize or trade sideways, while a failure to hold may expose XRP to further downside toward the $1.72–$1.70 range.#XRP #MarketCorrection
Bitcoin Clings to $84K, but Analysts Flag Risk of Slide Toward $70K
$BITCOIN Clings to $84K, but Analysts Flag Risk of Slide Toward $70K Thursday’s selloff reinforced the view that bitcoin still trades like a high-beta risk asset rather than a macro hedge when markets Bitcoin fell to its lowest level since November as crypto markets sharply underperformed broader assets. While U.S. stocks and gold rebounded from steep morning losses, crypto failed to recover, highlighting continued relative weakness. Analysts warn that a break below key support could open the door to a drop toward $70,000. Bitcoin$BTC once again lagged traditional markets during Thursday’s risk-off move, reinforcing doubts about its role as a defensive asset. What began as modest overnight declines escalated into a steep selloff during U.S. trading hours. The Nasdaq fell more than 2% at its lows, while gold slid nearly 10% from an overnight record. Both assets later staged meaningful rebounds — the Nasdaq trimmed losses to about 0.7% by the close, and gold climbed back above $5,400 an ounce. Crypto, however, showed little such resilience.$BTC #BitcoinETFWatch #
Bitcoin $BTC extended its sharp sell-off during Thursday evening trading in the U.S., sliding to around $81,000. The sudden move triggered a wave of forced liquidations, with over $777 million in leveraged long crypto positions wiped out within a single hour. Market sentiment was further rattled after remarks from President Trump boosted Polymarket odds that Kevin Warsh could be named the next Federal Reserve chair, a development that appeared to unsettle traders who had been hoping for a more dovish choice such as Rick Rieder.#BTC
Bitcoin (BTC) și-a extins vânzarea bruscă în timpul tranzacțiilor de seară din SUA de joi,
Bitcoin $BTC și-a extins vânzarea bruscă în timpul tranzacțiilor de seară din SUA de joi, alunecând la aproximativ $81,000. Scăderea bruscă a declanșat pierderi mari în piețele de derivate, cu peste $777 milioane în poziții lungi cu levier șterse în doar o oră. Neliniștea de pe piață a fost amplificată după comentariile președintelui Trump care au crescut șansele Polymarket că Kevin Warsh ar putea fi numit următorul președinte al Rezervei Federale, un eveniment care ar fi putut destabiliza traderii care se poziționau pentru o alegere mai dovish, cum ar fi Rick Rieder.#BTC🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
The U.K. government has signaled that banks are expected to offer fair access to crypto companies as it works to position the country as a leading global center for digital assets. HM Treasury said firms approved by the Financial Conduct Authority should not be denied banking services or face transaction limits simply because they operate in the crypto sector. The stance follows criticism from the U.K. Cryptoasset Business Council and Coinbase, which claim that several major banks continue to restrict or block millions of customers from using lawful, FCA-registered crypto platforms. This is happening even as the U.K.’s new crypto regulatory framework moves toward full rollout by 2027.
BitMine made its largest Ethereum buy of 2026 last week, snapping up 40,302 ETH.
BitMine made its largest Ethereum buy of 2026 last week, snapping up 40,302 $ETH The move came shortly after shareholders approved an increase in the company’s authorized share count, paving the way for expanded investments.$ETH #Ethereum
$BITCOIN dipped to around $88,400 at the start of the week, marking nearly a 4% weekly drop as broader crypto markets lost momentum. Its lag behind climbing stock markets and record-setting gold highlights bitcoin’s continued behavior as a risk-sensitive asset rather than a defensive hedge. With trading activity subdued, investors remain on the sidelines ahead of Wednesday’s Federal Reserve decision and major Big Tech earnings, both expected to shape bitcoin’s near-term direction.$BTC #bitcoin
Bitcoin bounced back over 2% after dipping to around $86,000 on Sunday,
$BITCOIN bounced back over 2% after dipping to around $86,000 on Sunday, but the recovery lost steam near the $88,250 level. Despite the short-term rebound, the overall market structure still reflects a downtrend, with prices forming lower highs and lower lows. In derivatives markets, futures open interest has leveled off and funding rates remain largely neutral. However, options activity and volatility indicators point to strong demand for near-term downside protection. Meanwhile, ether and XRP posted modest gains, while privacy-focused and metaverse-related tokens led the market. In low-liquidity conditions, the CoinDesk 80 index outperformed bitcoin-heavy benchmarks.#BitcoinForecast $BTC
Bitcoin lags gold as yen intervention fears hit risk assets Bitcoin continued to underperform traditional safe havens as growing concerns over Japan’s currency and global fiscal stability pushed investors away from risk assets. BTC slipped below $88,000, down around 0.8%, while ether fell over 1.5% to near $2,900. The broader crypto market also weakened, reflecting cautious sentiment. In contrast, gold surged past $5,000 per ounce, attracting capital fleeing volatile markets
ETH, SOL și ADA scad pe măsură ce bitcoin se luptă să recâștige tracțiune aproape de 90.000 $
Acțiunile asiatice mai puternice și
$ETH $SOL și $ADA scădere pe măsură ce bitcoin se luptă să recâștige tracțiune aproape de 90.000 $ Acțiunile asiatice mai puternice și un dolar mai slab au îmbunătățit sentimentul global de risc, dar piețele cripto nu au reușit să profite după o săptămână tumultoasă. Bitcoin s-a menținut puțin sub nivelul de 90.000 $ în timpul orelor de tranzacționare asiatice de vineri, arătând puțin progres după vânzarea bruscă condusă de lichidare din această săptămână. În ciuda condițiilor mai calme pe piețele globale, cea mai mare criptomonedă din lume continuă să se lupte pentru direcție.
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