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Bitcoin Holds Steady at $85K as Trump’s Fed Criticism Fuels Market Uncertainty

Trading volumes drop and volatility cools, but investor sentiment remains cautious as Trump escalates pressure on Fed Chair Powell over rate policy.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell stands at a lectern during an Economic Club of Chicago event.
Bitcoin (BTC) price on April 17 (CoinDesk)
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Overview

  • Bitcoin's price remains stable near $85,000, with reduced volatility and trading volumes down over 25% in the last 24 hours.
  • President Trump has threatened to remove Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, citing dissatisfaction with the pace of rate cuts, intensifying market unease.
  • Investor sentiment is subdued, with the Crypto Fear and Greed Index remaining in the 'Fear' zone and over $278 million liquidated from the crypto market in the past day.
  • Bitcoin dominance continues to rise, reflecting a shift in capital away from altcoins like Ethereum, which has seen a 52% price drop year-to-date.
  • Binance is advising governments on strategic Bitcoin reserves following a Trump executive order, signaling growing state-level interest in digital assets.