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Bitcoin Holds at $85K as Tariff Uncertainty Fuels Crypto Volatility

Mixed tariff messaging from the Trump administration continues to drive sharp price swings and cautious sentiment in cryptocurrency markets.

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Bitcoin (BTC) price on April 14 (CoinDesk)

Overview

  • Bitcoin is trading around $84,900 after rebounding from a dip near $83,000, with key resistance levels identified at $87,000.
  • Temporary tariff exemptions on electronics and semiconductors have provided short-term relief for tech companies while raising questions about long-term trade policy impacts.
  • The Crypto Fear and Greed Index reflects persistent fear, as $380 million in liquidations occurred within 24 hours, with long positions heavily affected.
  • Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller suggested that a return to harsher tariffs could prompt significant rate cuts to mitigate potential recession risks.
  • Market analysts are closely monitoring Bitcoin’s trading levels for signs of momentum shifts, with a breakout above $87,000 seen as a potential catalyst for further gains.