The world's top cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, has sharply declined, reaching its lowest value in two months. The second most valuable cryptocurrency, Ether, also experienced a similar downward trend in value.
On March 10, Bitcoin briefly dropped below $20,000 for the first time in nearly two months, hitting a low of $19,918.
However, the Federal Reserve's hawkish stance has affected the crypto market, indicating that the next interest rate hike will exceed market consensus, causing uncertainty among traders and investors.
Moreover, recent government crackdowns have further contributed to the decline in the cryptocurrency market, making it difficult for the sector to gain positive momentum.
The global cryptocurrency market has been experiencing a downturn, with various cryptocurrencies suffering significant losses. Investor confidence has been weighed down by concerns about upcoming interest rate rises and regulatory uncertainty, contributing to a global bear market.
It is worth noting that the recent statements made by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell have increased market uncertainty. Powell's hawkish stance on prospective interest rate rises has sparked fears about the potential impact on the cryptocurrency sector.
Moreover, recent regulatory actions against major players such as Paxos and Binance and the SEC's crackdown on centralized staking have added to the negative sentiment in the crypto market.
This has increased uncertainty around the regulatory environment for cryptocurrencies, which has historically been a contentious issue for the industry.
On the other hand, the stronger US dollar was another factor exerting negative pressure on the cryptocurrency market. As Fed Chair Jerome Powell's recent statements regarding
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