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Whasington, Oktober 26, 2026 – Bitcoin fell beneath the symbolic $80,000 mark on October 26, underscoring renewed fragility in digital assets as investors brace for the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy meeting.
The world’s largest cryptocurrency closed at $79,800, down 0.4% from its prior session, after trading between $79,397 and $80,354.
Ethereum, the second largest token, slid 1% to $2,306, inching closer to the $2,300 threshold that traders view as a critical support level.
The decline comes amid heightened caution across speculative markets.
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With the Fed set to announce its interest rate decision on October 28, traders are reluctant to take aggressive positions.
Analysts note that uncertainty over whether policymakers will tighten further or pause has amplified volatility in risk-heavy assets, including cryptocurrencies and tech equities.
Broader macroeconomic pressures are also weighing on sentiment.
Elevated oil prices continue to stoke inflationary concerns, while geopolitical tensions add layers of unpredictability to global markets.
The combination has left investors wary of assets perceived as speculative, with Bitcoin and Ethereum particularly vulnerable to swings in confidence.
Market watchers emphasize the psychological importance of current levels.
Bitcoin’s failure to hold above $80,000 signals weakening momentum, while Ethereum’s slide toward $2,300 raises the risk of deeper selloffs if support breaks.
“These thresholds matter because they shape investor psychology,” one analyst observed, noting that breaches could trigger accelerated selling.
For investors, the short-term outlook remains clouded.
Volatility is expected to intensify until clarity emerges from the Fed’s decision.
Traders are closely monitoring whether the central bank signals a hawkish stance or opts for caution, as either outcome will ripple across equities, commodities, and emerging markets.
The crypto market’s struggles mirror broader economic uncertainty.
Inflationary pressures, energy market instability, and geopolitical risks have reinforced the perception that digital assets remain tethered to macroeconomic conditions.
Without a clear recovery signal, analysts warn that Bitcoin and Ethereum may continue to drift lower, reinforcing their reputation as highly sensitive to shifts in global policy and sentiment.
