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Why is Crypto Down Today? BTC USD Falls 5% on Powell Holds Rates, Industry Layoffs Continue
The cryptocurrency market erased $100 billion in value within hours as Bitcoin dropped below $70,000, triggered by Federal Reserve caution on interest rate cuts and mounting macroeconomic uncertainty.
19 Mar 2026
3 min read