Bitcoin Drops Below $60K as Dollar Strength Weakens Crypto Demand

Bitcoin’s Rally Fades as Dollar Narratives Shift

Bitcoin is under heavy selling pressure as investor attention shifts from crypto to artificial intelligence stocks. The world’s largest digital asset lost about 30% of its value in the first six months of the year. A weakening U.S. dollar, a narrative known in markets as “Sell America,” has amplified the selling pressure on Bitcoin.

Key Market Reversals and ETF Outflows

Bitcoin fell below $60,000 this week for the first time since 2024. Meanwhile, the dollar index climbed to its highest levels in more than 13 months. As of the latest data, Bitcoin traded near $59,230.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs are feeling the pain as well. These funds recorded outflows of roughly $6 billion over six straight weeks. That marks one of the longest outflow streaks in two years. At the same time, capital flows have moved toward AI and technology stocks.

Chip Stocks Surge While Bitcoin Struggles

Bitcoin’s nearly 43% drop over the past year stands in sharp contrast to the 158% rise in the PHLX Semiconductor Index over the same period. Chip stocks, driven by AI demand, have become a magnet for investors.

This is not investment advice.

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