The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a significant correction: Bitcoin's price has fallen from $100,000 to $94,000, causing concern among investors and triggering declines in other cryptocurrencies. This downturn is attributed to several key factors that have created a perfect storm in the market.
Geopolitical and Economic Causes of the Decline
The primary trigger was news from China about the spread of human metapneumovirus (HMPV), coinciding with the U.S. President-elect's statement about potentially declaring an economic emergency to expedite the implementation of new trade tariffs. The situation was exacerbated by the increase in 10-year U.S. Treasury yields to 4.65% following the release of data showing growth in U.S. job openings from 7.8 to 8.1 million.

Market and Investor Response
In response to these events, large investors, known as "whales," began actively selling their assets. Over a brief period, 23,000 BTC were sold at a loss, and Bitcoin's value briefly dropped to $92,500. The situation was compounded by a mass liquidation of leveraged positions totaling over $631 million, leading to increased market volatility.
Institutional Impact and Regulatory Uncertainty
Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded the second-largest capital outflow in history: $582 million and $159.3 million respectively. The Federal Reserve's statement about likely maintaining high interest rates increased pressure on the cryptocurrency market.
Additional uncertainty emerged from statements by departing regulatory officials. SEC Chairman Gary Gensler, in his final Bloomberg interview, clearly differentiated between Bitcoin and all other cryptocurrencies, raising questions about future industry regulation. CFTC Chairman Rostin Behnam warned that developing a new regulatory framework could take up to two years.

Outlook and Projections
Despite the current correction, long-term forecasts remain optimistic. Analysts identify a key support level at $91,000 and project potential growth to $150,000 by 2025, linking this to expected increases in global money supply.
The future of the cryptocurrency market in 2025 will largely depend on Federal Reserve actions and the overall economic situation. Investors are advised to closely monitor macroeconomic indicators and regulatory decisions to make informed investment choices.
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