BTC in the spotlight: latest news

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Summary: Bitcoin has experienced significant declines, falling below $80,000 amid market selloffs and fears of a potential crash. Articles highlight the risks and market sentiment surrounding this cryptocurrency, with traders expressing panic and concern over future price movements.
Feb 1CoinDesk

Bitcoin price panic rises as fear reaches 2026 high at $81,000

Social sentiment regarding Bitcoin has become increasingly negative as the cryptocurrency dropped to its lowest point since November 21. According to Santiment, this trend typically indicates a potential market shift.
Feb 1Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin drops below $80,000 amid ongoing decline

Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, dropped 6.53% to $78,719.63 at 12:48 p.m. ET on Saturday. This decline continues from the previous day.
Feb 1DL News

Bitcoin price drops below $80,000 amid $1.6 billion liquidation surge

Bitcoin's price has fallen below $80,000 per coin, marking a decline of over 25% in its value over the past year. The cryptocurrency market is currently facing significant challenges, contributing to this downward trend.
Feb 1Forbes

Bitcoin Price Crash Fears Rise Following $1 Trillion Warning

Market analysts are warning of a potential 40% drop in Bitcoin prices, which could result in a loss of $1 trillion from the total cryptocurrency market.
Feb 1Brave New Coin

Bitcoin Price Prediction: Will BTC Stay Above $84K and Reach $94K?

Bitcoin is entering a critical technical phase as its price action stabilizes near a long-standing support zone. This situation raises questions about its ability to maintain a position above $84,000 and potentially aim for a target of $94,000, amid improving technical indicators.
Feb 1The Motley Fool

Should You Invest in This Cryptocurrency After a 28% Drop?

Investors have been exploring the potential of cryptocurrencies as an alternative to traditional stock market investments. Despite a recent 28% decline, some are considering whether to buy the dip in a cryptocurrency that has risen an impressive 23,000% over the past decade.
Feb 1Bloomberg.com

Bitcoin Drops Below $80,000 Amid Ongoing Crypto Market Decline

Bitcoin experienced a significant drop on Saturday, falling below $80,000 and reaching its lowest point since April 2025 amid a wider downturn in the cryptocurrency market.
Feb 1CoinDesk

Bitcoin price falls below $78,000 amid market pressures and tensions

Bitcoin fell below $78,000 on Saturday due to low weekend liquidity that intensified selling pressure. Traders attributed this decline to ongoing tensions in the Middle East and various U.S. political factors.
Feb 1Seeking Alpha

Bitcoin falls below $80K during widespread crypto selloff

Bitcoin has fallen below $80,000 as the cryptocurrency market cap has decreased to under $2.8 trillion due to a wider market selloff.
Feb 1Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin's Top 5 Risks That Investors Should Recognize

Investing in emerging technologies such as Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) carries significant risks and uncertainties. However, investing in this cryptocurrency has shown considerable potential.
Jan 31FXEmpire

Kevin Warsh's Fed Chair nomination raises concerns for Bitcoin's future

Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve Chair has triggered concerns about a potential "monetary regime change." As a result, Bitcoin's price outlook has become bearish, with markets preparing for possible fluctuations.
Jan 31TheStreet

Analyst cautions Bitcoin may drop to $57,000

The crypto market is showing signs of bearish trends just 30 days into 2026, with Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies experiencing a decline. Analysts are cautioning that Bitcoin could potentially drop to around $57,000.
Jan 31The Motley Fool

Bitcoin's Sell-Off Intensifies, Yet I Continue to Buy More

Bitcoin has experienced significant volatility, with its value dropping by 17% over the past year. Despite this sell-off, I remain committed to increasing my investments in Bitcoin.
Jan 31IndyStar

How Supply, Demand, and Adoption Affect Bitcoin's Price

Bitcoin (BTC) is a key player in the cryptocurrency market, currently accounting for over half of the global crypto market capitalization. Understanding the factors of supply, demand, and adoption is essential to grasp how these elements influence Bitcoin's price.
Jan 31TipRanks

Kevin Warsh previously called Bitcoin the 'Newest, Coolest Software'

Kevin Warsh, a nominee for the Federal Reserve, previously referred to Bitcoin as the "newest, coolest software," indicating that his perspective on digital assets has changed over time.
Jan 31Investopedia

Crypto Investors Question When Bitcoin Prices Will Enter 'Value Zone'

Despite some positive news and significant bitcoin purchases, the cryptocurrency market has not seen a substantial upward shift in prices. Investors are increasingly concerned about when bitcoin prices will enter what they consider the "value zone."
Jan 31Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin Remains Stable While Gold and Silver Prices Plummet

Bitcoin maintained its value while gold and silver prices plummeted on Friday. This stability in Bitcoin comes a day after significant declines in BTC and other cryptocurrencies, even as precious metals had previously seen gains.
Jan 31CoinDesk

Impact of gold and silver bubbles bursting on bitcoin prices

Crypto enthusiasts who believe that Bitcoin's price will only start to rise once investments shift away from the currently booming precious metals market are about to see if their theory holds true.
Jan 31Bloomberg

Bitcoin Drops to Two-Month Low Amid Billions in US Fund Losses

Bitcoin has fallen to near two-month lows following Donald Trump's announcement of Kevin Warsh as the new Federal Reserve chair. This decision has failed to improve market sentiment, leading to significant sell-offs and a loss of billions in US funds.
Jan 30FXEmpire

Bitcoin Price Prediction: Bear Flag Signals Possible Drop to $36K

Bitcoin experienced a significant decline of 6.5%, falling to $83,500 as tech stocks also dropped. Analysts predict that Bitcoin may further decrease to $74,000, following the confirmation of a bear flag pattern on the daily chart.
Jan 30Bitcoin Magazine

Bitcoin Price Plummets 6% to $84,000 in Rapid Sell-Off

Bitcoin's price dropped 6%, falling to $84,000, after quickly retracting from a rally that had pushed it above $90,000 within a day.
Jan 30Forbes

Bitcoin's Pullback Could Signal Shift from Gold to Crypto Investments

Analysts are questioning whether Bitcoin is approaching a bottom as gold reaches its peak. They are examining recent crypto liquidations and market cycles, which suggest that investors may be shifting their strategies towards a long position in Bitcoin while taking a short position in gold.
Jan 30Bloomberg

Bitcoin Falls Under $86,000 as Traders Move Away from Risk Assets

Bitcoin has fallen below $86,000 as traders shift their focus from cryptocurrencies to gold and silver, seeking safer investments amid a declining dollar.
Jan 30Seeking Alpha

Bitcoin drops below $85K, reaching a new 2026 low

Bitcoin has fallen below $85,000, reaching a new low for 2026, as part of a widespread selloff affecting U.S. stocks and metals.
Jan 30Sherwood News

Bitcoin drops to lowest point since November as long-term holders sell

Bitcoin has dropped to its lowest level since November as long-term holders increase their selling activity. In contrast, investors are turning to precious metals, with gold surpassing $5,500 per ounce for the first time on Wednesday.