Bitcoin's price has plunged over 50% from its peak of $126,000 in October 2025, nearing $60,000 amid fears of a broader market crash. Meanwhile, major Wall Street banks including JPMorgan, Bank of America, Citi, and Wells Fargo are quietly developing a tokenized deposit network set to launch by 2027, aiming to integrate blockchain technology into traditional finance. This move reflects a shift towards on-chain payments and 24/7 settlement to compete with crypto firms. Despite this push, Bitcoin struggles to attract investment compared to booming tech stocks and AI ventures, with analysts warning of continued price pressure unless a new catalyst emerges.
Bitcoin sentiment recently hit peak bullishness near its $78,000 high on May 22 and peak bearishness near its low on June 3, with price dropping about 20% to around $62,400. This inverse sentiment pattern suggests traders are most confident at highs ...
In Q1 2026, institutional Bitcoin holdings fell 17%, with hedge funds and brokerages selling 95% of the BTC leaving portfolios, including Morgan Stanley's full exit. Despite this, banks doubled their Bitcoin holdings, with JPMorgan, Wells Fargo, and ...
In Q1 2026, professional investors reduced their Bitcoin ETF holdings by 17%, selling 52,500 BTC amid a 22% price drop and market correction. Hedge funds and brokerages led the sell-off, cutting exposure by 39% and 53% respectively, influenced by neg...
