Bitcoin Plonge en Dessous de 20 000 $ au Milieu d'Une Vague de Nouvelles Inquiétantes
Bitcoin a effectué des montagnes russes ces derniers mois, la crypto-monnaie glissant sous les 20 000 $ pour la première fois en près de deux mois le 10 mars. BTC se négocie à 19 931,71 $, selon Coingecko, en ce moment même. Il s'agit d'une forte baisse par rapport à son record de plus de 64 000 $ en avril 2021, indiquant une récession importante pour le marché de la crypto-monnai
Several factors have contributed to the recent decline in the value of Bitcoin and the cryptocurrency market in general. One of the main drivers was the announcement by Silvergate Bank, a crypto-enabled bank that serves several crypto companies, that it will be winding down its operations.
Additionally, recent comments from Jerome Powell, the Chairman of the US Federal Reserve, on March 7, added to the market downside. Powell's pessimistic stance, indicating the possibility of a 50 basis point hike at the next policy rate meeting, has caused uncertainty among investors. Fear of upcoming regulatory policies and interest rate hikes has made investors hesitant to invest in cryptocurrencies.
Additionally, the Biden administration's proposal to increase capital gains tax from 20% to almost 40% also had a significant impact on the market. The proposal has raised concerns about increased government scrutiny of cryptocurrencies. Another Biden administration proposal that has caused turmoil is a potential 30% tax on electricity costs for US crypto miners. This proposal aims to reduce mining activity and pose a serious threat to the crypto industry.
Additionally, the US Department of Justice's transfer of 49,000 bitcoins seized from the Silk Road darknet market to new addresses was taken with a sense of fear. According to data from blockchain security firm PeckShield, bitcoin was moved in three transactions. Of the total amount, nearly 10,000 bitcoins were sent to Coinbase-controlled wallets, while around $41,000 worth of tokens were directed to government-controlled wallets. PeckShield tweeted its findings on a Wednesday morning, and investors took quick notice. This transfer has raised questions about the potential impact on the market, as the sudden influx of bitcoins could lead to increased selling pressure and drive the price down.
Recent developments have also led to a significant drop in CryptoQuant's premium Coinbase index. This index measures the difference in trading price between Coinbase and Binance. As the negative news piled up, the premium fell to a two-month low on March 9.
En plus de cela, selon Santiment, une société d'analyse en chaîne, la peur, le doute et l'incertitude (FUD) ont commencé à affecter le marché, augmentant la probabilité de rebonds des prix pendant "cette période d'incrédulité".
En conclusion, la forte baisse du Bitcoin, atteignant sa valeur la plus basse en deux mois, peut être attribuée à une combinaison de facteurs, notamment l'annonce de la liquidation volontaire de Silvergate Bank, l'incertitude réglementaire et la prochaine hausse des taux de la Réserve Fédérale Américaine.
Bitcoin's recent decline in value is cause for concern, but it's essential to consider it in the context of the broader cryptocurrency market. Although Bitcoin's recent decline in value may seem alarming, it is important to note that the cryptocurrency market is notorious for its volatility. The market has experienced similar downturns, and it has always rebounded eventually. Recent adverse market developments highlight the need for regulatory clarity and stability to ensure the continued growth and adoption of cryptocurrencies.
