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Bitcoin Plummets 25% Amid Market Volatility and Selling Pressure

11/23/2025

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Summary

Bitcoin Plummets Again

Bitcoin's price fell nearly 25% in November, to around $80,553, its worst month since the 2022 Terra and FTX collapse.
The decline stems from spot selling.
Options trading intensified volatility as Bitcoin breached key support levels.
Analysts say dealer hedging dynamics contribute to the downturn, with focus on the $80,000 threshold.
Tom Lee of Fundstrat notes a crypto–AI stock correlation, suggesting Bitcoin may lead equities.

Summary

MSCI Considers Classification

MSCI Inc., the index provider, began a consultation on classifying Digital Asset Treasuries (DATs) as ‘companies’ or ‘funds.’
The classification could shape institutional demand for cryptocurrencies.
If DATs are reclassified as funds, it could trigger massive selling and collapse stock prices.
A favorable ruling could restore confidence and reverse the trend, with the decision announced on January 15, 2026.

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Historical Context

The collapse of Terra and FTX in November 2022 triggered a significant downturn in the cryptocurrency market, with Bitcoin's price dropping nearly 25%. This event echoed past market crashes, such as the 2018 cryptocurrency crash, and highlighted the need for regulatory oversight. As MSCI Inc. explores Digital Asset Treasuries, the future of institutional interest in cryptocurrencies hangs in the balance.

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Bitcoin Plummets Again

Bitcoin's price fell nearly 25% in November, to around $80,553, its worst month since the 2022 Terra and FTX collapse.
The decline stems from spot selling.
Options trading intensified volatility as Bitcoin breached key support levels.
Analysts say dealer hedging dynamics contribute to the downturn, with focus on the $80,000 threshold.
Tom Lee of Fundstrat notes a crypto–AI stock correlation, suggesting Bitcoin may lead equities.

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