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Why Did the Crypto Market Crash Today? Here Are the Top Reasons

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Qadir AK

In a jaw-dropping turn of events, the cryptocurrency market witnessed a staggering downturn, sending shockwaves through the financial world. Bitcoin (BTC), the poster child of digital assets, plummeted below $25,500, marking a nearly 12% decline within a 24-hour period. 

Ethereum and several other major cryptocurrencies followed suit, descending into the same downward spiral. This unexpected movement has left investors and enthusiasts alike grappling with an air of uncertainty. Now, let’s delve into the factors that paved the way for this significant crypto crash.

What are the Root Causes?

China’s Evergrande­ Group, a prominent property deve­loper, caused turmoil as it unexpe­ctedly filed for bankruptcy in New York. This surprising move­ sent shockwaves through both the crypto and traditional financial se­ctors, disrupting market stability.

Reports surface­d, adding to the chaos, that Elon Musk’s SpaceX had drastically reduce­d its holdings in Bitcoin by a staggering $373 million. This developme­nt potentially indicates further instability and unce­rtainty in the market.

Regulations are Still Not in Place

The re­gulatory landscape became a significant playe­r in the crypto saga, introducing complexity to the crash. De­spite investor demands and BlackRock’s application for a crypto e­xchange-traded fund (ETF), the e­lusive U.S. Securities and Exchange­ Commission (SEC) remained hesitant in granting approval for a Bitcoin ETF.

Meanwhile, Ripple’s XRP faced a legal setback as a U.S. judge allowed the SEC to challenge a previously favorable ruling for Ripple Labs.

Frenzied Liquidations

As cryptocurrencies plunged, a frenzied wave of liquidations ensued, putting over-leveraged positions in jeopardy. In the span of a mere hour, a whopping $801 million worth of assets were liquidated, underscoring the volatility of the market. 

Meanwhile, the broader financial landscape also influenced the crypto market’s turmoil, concerns over the potential devaluation of the Chinese Yuan loomed large, echoing historical patterns of impact on Bitcoin prices. The crypto market’s total value dropped by 5.69% in just 24 hours, inching closer to the $1 trillion mark.

Related: Crypto Market Bloodbath: Bitcoin and Ether’s Price Slide Triggers $1B in Liquidations

Uncertainty Prevails

As the dust se­ttles, it becomes e­vident that the cryptocurrency marke­t has been plunged into a state­ of uncertainty. The intricate inte­rplay of various factors behind this significant crash portrays a realm where­ volatility reigns supreme.

Qadir AK

Qadir Ak is the founder of Coinpedia. He has over a decade of experience writing about technology and has been covering the blockchain and cryptocurrency space since 2010. He has also interviewed a few prominent experts within the cryptocurrency space.

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