Why Bitcoin lost more than $1 trillion in value in just eight months | Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin has fallen nearly 50% from its record high of $126,198 in October 2025, wiping out over $1.2 trillion in market value. The decline has been driven by geopolitical tensions, ETF outflows, corporate buying concerns, and rising competition from the AI investment boom. Uncertainty around inflation and interest rates also added to the pressure on crypto markets.