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Story: Crypto Market Tumbles Amid Trump-Iran Tensions

By MikeT

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The cryptocurrency market has been rattled once again — this time by a surge in geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. A sharp warning from U.S.

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On Tuesday, Trump issued a provocative statement via his social media platform, claiming the U.S.

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Bitcoin, which had been trading comfortably around $108,952, plunged sharply to $103,371, eventually recovering slightly to $104,950.

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Major altcoins bore the brunt of the impact. Ethereum (ETH) dropped 1.5% in a single day, falling from $2,618 to $2,462 before staging a minor recovery to around $2,526.

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The weekly damage was even more severe for smaller-cap altcoins. Cardano (ADA), SUI, and Dogecoin (DOGE) each saw their prices tumble more than 10% to 12% in just seven days.

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Compounding the volatility, the Federal Reserve added more pressure to the already-shaken crypto landscape.

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The combination of rising geopolitical tensions and persistent inflationary fears has left the crypto market in a state of confusion.

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Despite gaining over 60% in the past year, Bitcoin’s near-term direction remains highly uncertain.

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Meanwhile, stablecoins like USDT and USDC saw an uptick in usage, as anxious investors sought shelter from the market volatility.

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Still, it’s not all doom and gloom. Underneath the market turbulence, fundamentals remain strong for leading platforms. Ethereum has reportedly generated $2.

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Nevertheless, with Bitcoin teetering near psychological support, and altcoins still under pressure, the market is far from out of the woods.

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For now, traders are advised to proceed with caution. As global headlines continue to dictate market behavior, crypto appears to be entering a phase where macro events and…

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