Bitcoin’s(BTC) value plunged over 3.3% early Tuesday, falling from a peak of $71,200 on Monday to $67,900. This coincided with a significant shift in investor sentiment within Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which witnessed their first net outflow in over a month.
The outflow trend appears to be widespread, with several major Bitcoin(BTC) ETFs experiencing capital flight. Farside Investors’ data reveals a $3 million outflow from the Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC), while the Invesco Galaxy Bitcoin ETF (BTCO) and Valkyrie Bitcoin Fund (BRRR) saw depletions of $20.5 million and $15.8 million respectively. The most significant outflow, however, occurred within the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC), with a staggering $39.5 million exiting the fund.
However, there were a few bright spots. BlackRock’s iShare Bitcoin Trust (IBTC) bucked the trend, recording an inflow of $6.3 million. The Bitwise Bitcoin Fund (BITB) also displayed positive sentiment, attracting $7.6 million on the same day. Despite these gains, the overall outflow across all Bitcoin ETFs amounted to a net loss of $64.9 million – the first such occurrence since May 10th.
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These fund movements have had a ripple effect on market stability. Crypto liquidations over the past 12 hours have reached $101 million, with long positions accounting for the bulk of these losses at $94.43 million. Short positions, on the other hand, saw liquidations of $6.57 million.
Despite the recent volatility, some prominent figures in the financial world remain bullish on Bitcoin’s long-term prospects. Robert Kiyosaki, the author of the bestselling book “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” continues to advocate for Bitcoin as a strategic path to wealth creation. As the market absorbs these changes, the overall sentiment among cryptocurrency enthusiasts leans towards cautious optimism. While further fluctuations are likely in the immediate future, the enduring appeal of Bitcoin(BTC) and other cryptocurrencies appears to be drawing in both seasoned investors and newcomers alike.
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