❗Middle East situation ignites a night of panic in the cryptocurrency world: Bitcoin plummets $2000 in 15 minutes, leveraged players face over $1 billion in liquidations

In the early morning hours, a loud bang was heard from the Middle East — Israel suddenly launched airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, and this unexpected event instantly stirred up waves in global markets. The cryptocurrency sector was hit hardest, staging a thrilling "crash drama".

Bitcoin dropped $2000 in just 15 minutes, and Ethereum was not spared, falling directly below the $2500 mark. Even more shocking, the total liquidation amount across the network exceeded $1 billion within 24 hours, with one investor on the Binance platform facing a single liquidation of up to $200 million, making it a "collective crematorium for leveraged players".

Why does war cause turmoil in the cryptocurrency sector?

Geopolitical conflicts are like a bomb dropped into the market, causing funds to flock to traditional safe-haven assets. Gold prices soared to $3430, and oil prices surged by 6%. However, the so-called "digital gold" cryptocurrencies unexpectedly plunged along with the US stock market.

The reason is quite simple: large funds currently only recognize gold and crude oil as "true safe-haven" assets and do not believe that cryptocurrencies can serve as a hedge against risks. Furthermore, the market leverage was already maxed out, with Bitcoin's open contracts increasing by 18% in a week. Speculators took advantage of the sudden news to aggressively sell off, leaving ordinary investors with no chance to escape.

What will happen to the cryptocurrency world in the future?

1. If the US and Iran reach an agreement over the weekend, Bitcoin may rebound to around $108,000, but don't expect a V-shaped reversal.

2. If both sides only fire a few missiles without escalating the conflict, Bitcoin may oscillate and find a bottom around $105,000.

3. If Iran blocks the Strait of Hormuz, Bitcoin's price could potentially drop below $90,000, at which point investors looking to buy the dip should be ready with "sacks to catch blood筹".

In the short term, absolutely avoid high leverage! First, keep sufficient funds and wait for market stabilization signals. For example, if USDT trading volume surges by 15%, it may indicate that off-market funds are waiting for an entry opportunity.

From a long-term perspective, blockchain cross-border payments have grown by 47% this year, and El Salvador is also continuously hoarding coins. In this light, this crash might actually be a good opportunity for long-term positioning.

In such market fluctuations, maintaining calm and planning investment strategies rationally is key. Be wary of short-term risks and seize long-term development opportunities.