In an event that could only be described as a modern-day farce, Bitcoin (BTC) took a rather dramatic nosedive mere hours after the illustrious Donald Trump decided to unveil his latest tariff escapades. By7:15 p.m. ET, our dear BTC found itself wallowing at a rather unbecoming $82,352. 😱
The Tariff Tango
Traders, in a display of what can only be termed as ‘financial acrobatics’, leapt into action, setting the stage for a high-drama battle to salvage the digital currency‘s dignity. Alas, the $83,000 mark proved to be but a fleeting dream—a mirage of psychological support in this tempestuous market. The cryptocurrency’s fragility was laid bare on Wednesday afternoon, thanks to Trump’s “Liberation Day” proclamations, as BTC briefly flirted with its nadir after a brief, hopeful ascent above $88,000. 🎢
As BTC teetered precariously near $82,000, it clung to a rather unimpressive2.5% deficit. Trump’s policy bombshell sent ripples through the digital asset sphere, shaving off a hefty3.43% from the collective cryptosphere’s value, which hit a lowly $2.64 trillion. While BTC suffered a2.5% hit, ether (ETH) and solana (SOL) experienced a more pronounced downfall, shedding over6% each, showcasing the delicate sensibilities of altcoins. 📉
The derivatives markets, oh, they bore the brunt of this financial fiasco, hemorrhaging a staggering $509 million in liquidations—$176 million of which was cruelly extracted from BTC-focused positions. A total of181,544 traders faced the dreaded margin call, a testament to the chaos unleashed. The traditional finance sector wasn’t spared either, with futures linked to the Dow Jones Industrial Average plummeting by918 points, and broader U.S. equity futures following suit post-Trump’s tariff revelations. 🌪️
By7:20 p.m. ET on Wednesday, BTC’s tenuous hold near $82,000 signaled growing bearish sentiments, as selling pressures loomed ominously over critical technical thresholds. In a delightful twist of irony, gold, the perennial safe haven, quietly ascended from $3,134 to $3,152 per ounce by nightfall, its steady climb a subtle mockery of cryptocurrency’s tumultuous descent. 💰🌟
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2025-04-03 02:58