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Bitcoin Fear Grips Market as Mt. Gox Repayments Begin: What’s Next?

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Nidhi Kolhapur

The long-awaited moment has finally arrived: Mt. Gox is beginning its crypto repayments to creditors this Friday, a decade after the infamous exchange’s collapse. For many traders affected by the 2013-2014 Mt. Gox debacle, the next three months promise to bring much-needed reimbursement.

Dive deeper to see how Mt. Gox’s comeback could impact the future of crypto (and not necessarily in a good way).

Bitcoin’s Market Sentiment Takes a Hit

In response to this development, the Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index has plummeted from a neutral stance of 44% to a fear-driven 29% in just 24 hours. This sharp decline marks the lowest level of market sentiment in 2023, reminiscent of the period when Bitcoin’s price lingered around $18,000.

It’s About to Be a Bearish Summer!

The Bitcoin price has recently closed below its 200-day Moving Average and breached a significant support level of approximately $56,000, signaling potential further bearish trends. A report from Matrixport indicates that the crypto industry may be entering a prolonged consolidation phase, which could potentially be disrupted by upcoming US interest rate cuts and elections.

Signs of a Crypto Rebound?

Despite the current downturn, most stock market indexes are on an upward trajectory, leading many analysts to speculate that a crypto rebound may be on the horizon. Additionally, the fourth Bitcoin halving has coincided with the approval of spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in various regions.

The anticipated listing of spot Ether ETFs in the United States could provide a much-needed boost for the crypto industry. Should the adoption of spot Ether ETFs follow the path of Bitcoin, billions of dollars may flow into the crypto market in the coming months, offering a glimmer of optimism for traders and investors alike.

Read Also : MtGox Begins Repayments, But Will It Sink Bitcoin?

Do you think spot Ether ETFs will be the key to a crypto market recovery? Let’s hear your predictions!

Nidhi Kolhapur

Nidhi is a Certified Digital Marketing Executive and Passionate crypto Journalist covering the world of alternative currencies. She shares the latest and trending news on Cryptocurrency and Blockchain.

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