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Bitcoin Plummets: Volatility & Bearish Signals Dominate Market

February 8, 2026, 12:00 AM160 words10 sourcesAI-Generated · Reviewed by editorial team
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Bitcoin Plummets: Volatility & Bearish Signals Dominate Market

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Bitcoin experienced significant volatility this week, plummeting over 20% to briefly fall below $65,000, marking its worst weekly performance in over three years. The downturn was triggered by a confluence of factors including concerns over AI spending, a hawkish shift in US monetary policy, ETF outflows, and geopolitical tensions. While Bitcoin rebounded to surpass $70,000, this was largely attributed to forced-position rebalancing rather than organic demand. Analysts are divided, with some, like Michael Burry, warning of a potential collapse to $50,000, while others, including Fidelity, identify $65,000 as an attractive entry point. ETF inflows, particularly into BlackRock’s IBIT, offer a counterpoint to the bearish sentiment, suggesting continued institutional interest. On-chain data reveals whales are reducing holdings, a pattern historically associated with bear markets, while smaller investors are accumulating. The $70,000 level is being closely watched as a potential, but fragile, support. Market sentiment, as reflected in the Crypto Fear & Greed Index, has plummeted to levels not seen since mid-2022.

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