Bitcoin Dips Below $82K as Trump’s Trade War Fears Resurface

Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies fell sharply on Thursday, worrying investors around the world.

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The price of Bitcoin dropped 5% and was last seen trading at $81,914.63, according to Coin Metrics.

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Ethereum fell 6%, and Solana's token saw a steep decline of 11% — showing broader weakness in the crypto market.

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It wasn't just crypto. The U.S. stock market also dropped hard, with the S&P 500 seeing its biggest one-day fall since 2020.

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Crypto-related companies like Coinbase and MicroStrategy lost nearly 7% and 10%, respectively, as investor fear grew.

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Former President Donald Trump announced new tariffs — 10% or more — on goods from many countries.

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These tariffs could trigger a global trade war, and investors are pulling back from risky assets like tech stocks and crypto.

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With rising political and economic tension, both crypto and stock markets are expected to remain volatile in the coming weeks.

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Stay informed, avoid panic-selling, and keep an eye on how the global market reacts in the days ahead.

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Bitcoin’s Evolution Beyond Digital Gold

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