Bitcoin Is in a Dangerous Spot and Could Lose Many Investors Soon

Quick overview

Bitcoin (BTC) moved nowhere over the last 24 hours as it hovers just above $100K, which is a precarious position for the crypto token right now.

Bitcoin had been toying with reaching a new high in the past couple weeks, but now it is stuck at $101,163 (BTC/USD). Investors know that this is a bad spot for the coin, as once it falls below $100K, many casual investors will bail. The whales will want to hold the coin up and keep its momentum moving, but they may be powerless against the wider investing public.

Bitcoin’s Hope for Improvement

For Bitcoin to get out of its rut and climb back up toward a safe location, it will need the help of its whales. They will not want to lose the value of their investments, so we may see a concerted effort from Bitcoin whales who hold the most Bitcoin and who stand to lose the most should the coin fall below $100K. They may work together to pump up the coin and keep it above this crucial level.

What happens if Bitcoin falls below $100K? It will likely behave the same way it did the last time that happened. When Bitcoin lost its foothold above $100K in January of this year, it fell drastically over the next few months. It took a long time for the coin to get back up to even $100K, much less a position that was close to a new high.

So, if Bitcoin falls below this psychologically significant level, it will likely lose much of its momentum and have a hard time regaining a level that is above $100K. This is what the very limited history of Bitcoin has shown us in regards to post-$100K levels. It is important for the coin’s long-term value for its investors to help keep it afloat. With Bitcoin so close to falling below $100K, investors need to be watching it closely. If it falls further, it could fall significantly.

Danger Zone for Bitcoin

Bitcoin did retreat below $100K briefly on Sunday evening, after the United States struck three military installations in Iran. The threat of more U.S. involvement in the war and the economic hardship that could bring for investors made many Bitcoin holders panic. The price jumped back up above $100K shortly after, but a precedent had been established by that point.

Bitcoin can now fall more easily below this level, and investors should be cautious at this time. They cannot afford to sit back and check in on Bitcoin every few days. There could be quick downward movement that they need to be watching closely.

If Bitcoin continues to fall below $100K, that will put many of the promising estimates for Bitcoin’s price in 2025 in jeopardy. A value of $125K is still very possible from the coin before the end of the year, but the United States involvement in the Middle East conflict puts a $50K Bitcoin price prediction at risk.

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Timothy St John is a seasoned financial analyst and writer, catering to the dynamic landscapes of the US and European markets. Boasting over a decade of extensive freelance writing experience, he has made significant contributions to reputable platforms such as Yahoo!Finance, business.com: Expert Business Advice, Tips, and Resources - Business.com, and numerous others. Timothy's expertise lies in in-depth research and comprehensive coverage of stock and cryptocurrency movements, coupled with a keen understanding of the economic factors influencing currency dynamics. Timothy majored in English at East Tennessee State University, and you can find him on LinkedIn.

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