Bitcoin Price Drops to $70,000 as Ethereum Hits 6-Year Low

The Bitcoin price is currently leading the market and has affected altcoins, particularly Ethereum, which has returned to seven-year low prices. Market sentiment has declined significantly as Bitcoin trades between $72,000 and $84,000.

Market Insights

  • Alex Guts, CEO of Banxe, predicts Bitcoin may remain in a tight trading range during this period.
  • Long-term outlook remains bullish due to increasing adoption and policy support.
  • Trump’s tariff policies are causing short-term market declines but may lead to regulatory improvements for crypto.
  • A Bitunix analyst suggests Bitcoin could reach $117,000 after current volatility settles.

Ethereum's Performance

  • Ethereum has fallen to 0.01889 BTC, a level not seen since 2019.
  • This decline indicates a complete retracement of gains from the past six years.
  • Major news is needed for a potential recovery; otherwise, Ethereum holders face further challenges.

Ethereum/Bitcoin price chart