The world’s largest cryptocurrency fell to $74,964, a decline of about 5 percent in the past 24 hours and a 14.55 percent dip in a week
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Moneycontrol02-02-2026, 12:03

Bitcoin Plunges Below $75,000: Crypto Market Correction Explained

  • Bitcoin fell to $74,964, a 14.55% dip in a week, triggering volatility and over $2 billion in liquidations.
  • Analysts attribute the correction to a broader "risk-off" mood in global markets and a fall in metal prices.
  • Net outflows of $1.6 billion from US spot Bitcoin ETFs in January amplified the sell-off, reflecting institutional risk reduction.
  • Macroeconomic factors like US Federal Reserve chair nomination and geopolitical tensions (Iran) contributed to the decline.
  • Other cryptocurrencies like Ethereum, XRP, Solana, and Dogecoin also experienced significant drops.

Why It Matters: Bitcoin's drop below $75,000 is driven by global risk aversion, ETF outflows, and macro factors.

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