If Bitcoin was a student, it would be having a very tough semester. Right now, $BTC is on track for its longest "losing streak" since 2018. While other investments like Gold and Silver are breaking records, Bitcoin just can’t seem to catch a break.
Let’s break down exactly what's happening in simple terms.
1. The "Four-Month Slide" 🏂
Bitcoin fell nearly 6% in January. If it finishes the month in the red, it will be the fourth month in a row that the price has dropped. The last time this happened was seven years ago, back in 2018, when the first big crypto "bubble" popped.
* Friday Slump: On Friday, the price dipped as low as $81,100.
* The Comparison: While Bitcoin lost $200 billion in market value this week, Gold was hitting new highs.
2. The "Kevin Warsh" Effect 🏦
A big reason for the "bad mood" in the market is news about who might lead the Federal Reserve (the bank that controls the U.S. money supply).
President Trump is expected to nominate Kevin Warsh.
* Why it matters: Warsh is known as a "Hawk." In the finance world, a hawk is someone who likes higher interest rates.
* The Result: When rates are high, it’s more expensive to borrow money. This makes "risky" things like Bitcoin less attractive to big investors, who would rather put their money in safer things like government bonds.
3. The "AI Burnout" 🤖
Lately, big tech companies (like Microsoft and Google) have been spending billions of dollars on Artificial Intelligence (AI). However, investors are starting to worry that these companies aren't making enough profit from all that spending yet.
When people get nervous about "Big Tech," they usually sell their other risky assets too—and Bitcoin is often the first thing they sell to play it safe.
RotationRadar’s Take: Is the Floor Near? 🔍
At RotationRadar, we see a clear "Rotation of Trust." Investors are moving away from digital coins and back toward physical stuff you can hold, like Gold bars.
However, every losing streak eventually ends. If Bitcoin can stay above $80,000, it might find the support it needs to bounce back. But for now, the "bears" are definitely in control of the playground.
Are you waiting for Bitcoin to hit $75,000 before buying, or do you think the "Gold Rush" is almost over? 👇