Bitcoin
Why Bitcoin is down 3.0% today
Analysis
Bitcoin fell about 3% over the past 24 hours as traders reacted to a potentially bearish technical setup highlighted by veteran trader Peter Brandt, who teased a familiar chart pattern forming again (U.Today). Sentiment may also have been pressured by negative mainstream commentary after Boris Johnson called Bitcoin a “Ponzi scheme,” sparking backlash but adding near-term headline risk (AMBCrypto).
Contributing Factors (3)
Peter Brandt Shares Teaser as Familiar Bitcoin Pattern Builds Again on Chart
Bitcoin is currently trading above $70,000, with veteran trader Peter Brandt indicating further volatility could be in the cards.
Boris Johnson slams Bitcoin as ‘Ponzi scheme,’ triggers community backlash
Despite the criticism, Johnson was crucial during the initial push for crypto rules in the U.K.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs extend inflow streak to five days for first time in 2026
US spot Bitcoin ETFs brought in about $767 million over five straight days of inflows for the first time so far this year.
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