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Bitcoin slips below $80,000 over weekend as U.S. Middle East evacuations weigh

TradingGain Newsroom·7d ago·24 Oct 2026, 15:11 UTC

Bitcoin fell below $80,000 for the first time in more than a month. The drop came over the weekend and is linked to U.S. evacuations in the Middle East. Traders may watch this move as a sign of pressure on crypto prices during geopolitical stress.

BTCAt the time of writing, Bitcoin traded at $79,671 (-2.19% in 24h).Live price →

Why it matters

Bitcoin broke under $80,000, a level it had held for more than one month.
The sell-off came over the weekend, a period when crypto prices are under pressure.
Middle East developments are tied to the decline, so geopolitical news may move crypto quickly.

What to watch next

Watch whether bitcoin can get back above the $80,000 level or stays below it as Middle East news develops.

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