Bitcoin Plunges Below $100K as DeepSeek AI Sparks Market Sell-Off

Bitcoin Price Retreats Amid AI-Driven Market Turbulence

  • Bitcoin Price declined below $100,000, dropping from its recent all-time high of $110,000.
  • Market analyst predicts a correction to $70,000-$75,000 range amid growing concerns.
  • China‘s AI app DeepSeek triggered a broader market sell-off affecting crypto prices.
  • Trump administration creates cryptocurrency working group for new regulations.
  • Federal Reserve expected to maintain current interest rates despite market volatility.

Bitcoin Price Retreats Amid AI-Driven Market Turbulence

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The cryptocurrency market experienced a sharp downturn as bitcoin fell below $100,000, coinciding with broader market concerns over the rising influence of Chinese Artificial Intelligence applications. The decline marks a significant reversal from the recent all-time high of $110,000 achieved following Donald Trump‘s presidential victory.

AI Competition Sparks Market Anxiety

The emergence of DeepSeek, a China-based AI application, has triggered substantial selling pressure in technology stocks and cryptocurrencies. Market analyst Adam Kobeissi highlighted the market’s risk-averse sentiment, noting how DeepSeek’s technological advancement has particularly impacted high-growth assets. The application’s ability to match OpenAI‘s performance with reduced computational requirements has raised concerns about U.S. tech sector valuations.

Presidential Impact on Crypto Policy

President Trump’s administration has initiated a cryptocurrency working group to develop new regulatory frameworks and explore a national digital asset reserve. This policy shift comes as BlackRock‘s Larry Fink reports increasing interest from sovereign wealth funds in bitcoin investments. The regulatory focus represents a significant shift in federal cryptocurrency policy.

Market Predictions and Federal Reserve Outlook

Crypto trader Arthur Hayes forecasts a potential correction to the $70,000-$75,000 range, coupled with what he terms a “mini financial crisis.” Despite market volatility, Hayes anticipates bitcoin reaching $250,000 by year-end, citing potential monetary policy changes.

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The Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy meeting marks its first under the new administration, with analysts expecting interest rates to remain stable. However, President Trump’s recent statements at the World Economic Forum indicate pressure for rate reductions, particularly in response to declining oil prices.

The cryptocurrency market’s correlation with traditional tech stocks continues to influence price movements, as demonstrated by the 10% decline in Solana and broader market adjustments following DeepSeek’s rise to prominence.

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