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Bitcoin holds around $90,000 despite US attack on Venezuela

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Alexey Volkov
Bitcoin holds around $90,000 despite US attack on Venezuela

Key Takeaways

  • 1 Bitcoin remained firm at about $90,000 despite US–Venezuela geopolitical tensions.
  • 2 BTC briefly fell below $90,000 on Saturday before climbing back above that level.
  • 3 US President Donald Trump announced airstrikes on Caracas, culminating in the capture of Nicolas Maduro.
  • 4 Nic Puckrin highlighted Bitcoin's minimal reaction to the attack.
  • 5 BTC is trading above the 21-day moving average, a short-term technical support noted by Michaël van de Poppe.
  • 6 Bitcoin fell over 30% from above $125,000 to about $80,000 in November, then rebounded to the $90,000 level before the weekend action.

Bitcoin stayed near $90,000 after US airstrikes on Caracas, briefly dipping below before recovering. Analysts note BTC is above the 21-day moving average and expect more volatility.

Bitcoin remained around $90,000 even as geopolitical tensions between the United States and Venezuela escalated over the weekend. The cryptocurrency briefly dipped below $90,000 on Saturday, then recovered back above that level and was trading there at the time of the report. At the same time, US President Donald Trump announced airstrikes on Caracas that culminated in the capture of Venezuela’s President, Nicolas Maduro, an event that gained significant online attention but produced little immediate market movement.

Bitcoin's Price Resilience Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Risk-on assets, including Bitcoin, often fall when geopolitical crises occur, yet BTC held near $90,000 through the early hours of the weekend. The quick dip below $90,000 and subsequent recovery show a limited short-term market reaction to this specific shock. That resilience stands out given historical tendencies for sudden declines during geopolitical or macroeconomic turmoil.

US Airstrikes on Venezuela and Market Reactions

The US announcement of airstrikes on Caracas and the reported capture of Nicolas Maduro prompted mixed online responses but only a modest immediate effect on financial markets. Institutional traders are largely absent over weekends, so the wider market impact may materialize when those participants return to active trading. For recent price levels and technical context see price today and support, which discusses nearby support and resistance around the $90,000 area.

Expert Opinions on Bitcoin's Stability

Nic Puckrin noted the unusual calm: “The US bombed a country and captured its leader, on a weekend no less, and yet Bitcoin has barely moved.” Market analyst Michaël van de Poppe observed that BTC is trading above the 21-day moving average and that staying above this dynamic signals continued price appreciation in January. Trader Lennaert Snyders warned that returning institutional players could introduce more volatility after the weekend.

Bitcoin's Recent Price Trends

Bitcoin previously declined by over 30% from an all-time high above $125,000 to a low of about $80,000 in November and later rebounded to the $90,000 level. The recent weekend events occurred against that backdrop of a sharp prior decline and partial recovery. For more on the drivers behind last year's falls, see why bitcoin fell.

Почему это важно

Для майнера в РФ текущая ситуация означает, что цена биткоина пока не обрушилась из-за геополитического шока, но сохранение спокойствия рынка в выходные не исключает резких движений при возвращении институциональных игроков. Колебания цены напрямую влияют на выручку при продаже монет и экономику работы ферм с учётом местных тарифов и затрат на электроэнергию. Поэтому даже отсутствие немедленного падения не отменяет риски, связанные с потенциальной волатильностью.

Что делать?

  • Планируйте продажи: распределяйте реализацию BTC во времени вместо единовременных продаж, чтобы уменьшить влияние краткосрочных колебаний цен.
  • Следите за техническими уровнями: держать внимание на 21‑дневной скользящей средней, о которой упомянули аналитики, и использовать её как один из сигналов поддержки/сопротивления.
  • Контролируйте издержки: регулярно пересматривайте себестоимость добычи с учётом тарифов и эффективности оборудования, особенно если цена будет волатильной.
  • Диверсификация риска: по возможности сохраняйте часть средств в резерве и избегайте полного экспонирования к одной точке отправки выручки.

Frequently Asked Questions

Did Bitcoin crash after the US attack on Venezuela?

No. Bitcoin briefly dipped below $90,000 on Saturday but then climbed back above that level and remained around $90,000 at the time of writing.

What did analysts say about Bitcoin's outlook?

Nic Puckrin highlighted Bitcoin's minimal reaction to the attack, Michaël van de Poppe noted BTC is trading above the 21-day moving average, and Lennaert Snyders predicted more volatility when institutional players return.

How does this affect miners in Russia?

Immediate impact was limited, but potential increased volatility can change the value of mined coins when sold, so miners should manage sales timing and monitor technical support levels.

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