Bitcoin (BTC) dropped below $80,000, reaching $79,700 with a 2.2% decline over 24 hours, as US advisories for Qatar and Lebanon warned of possible diplomatic staffing changes due to security concerns. The US State Department raised travel advisory levels for Qatar and Lebanon, citing potential additional staffing adjustments amid advanced Iranian threats targeting US personnel in the Middle East. Other cryptocurrencies like Ether, XRP, and Solana also fell between 3% and 4%. This dip is not the first this month, with BTC previously falling below $80,000 on October 15 before recovering. The situation highlights ongoing geopolitical risks impacting crypto markets.
Bitcoin's recent trading below $80,000 comes amid a broad downturn in major cryptocurrencies on Pluang. For readers following crypto markets, here is Pluang's snapshot as of Oct 24, 2026 22:21 WIB: out of 50 priced major cryptocurrencies, only 3 rose while 46 fell. Notable decliners include AAVE down 8.72% with a Pluang order activity of 31% Sell / 69% Buy, DOT down 8.62% with 48% Sell / 52% Buy, and SNX down 8.42% with 0% Sell / 100% Buy, reflecting widespread selling pressure.
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