Benzinga - by Murtuza Merchant, Benzinga Staff Writer.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) experienced a sharp decline on Monday, plummetting below the psychological barrier of $60,000, its lowest point since May.
What Happened: According to market data, Bitcoin’s price hit a troubling low of $59,809 per coin at 1:30 p.m. EDT on June 24, representing a substantial 6% drop against the U.S. dollar. Over the past week, Bitcoin has shed 8.2% of its value, indicating a persistent bearish sentiment in the market.
This unexpected dip has many investors and analysts scrambling to understand the implications of this bearish trend.
Also Read: Bitcoin Miner Wars: Riot Platforms Pursues Board Changes At Bitfarms
Data from Coinglass indicates a significant wave of liquidations in the cryptocurrency market, with $360 million in long positions liquidated in the past 24 hours, including $148 million in Bitcoin longs.
During this period, a total of 85,865 crypto derivatives traders were liquidated, resulting in a combined total of $326.26 million wiped out from both long and short positions.
The largest single liquidation event was recorded on Binance, involving a BTC/USDT position worth $15.36 million.
This recent market turbulence highlights the need for in-depth understanding and analysis of cryptocurrency trends.
What’s Next: For those seeking to navigate these choppy waters and gain insights into the future of digital assets, Benzinga’s upcoming Future of Digital Assets event on Nov. 19 promises to be a crucial gathering.
Read Next: Why Bitcoin, Ethereum Could Become A ‘Trump Trade’ Later This Year: Bernstein
Image: Shutterstock
© 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.