Crypto Chaos 2025: Trump’s Tariffs vs. Bitcoin’s Drama – Who Wins?

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So, Q2 of 2025 kicked off with a bang, or more like a slap – thanks to Uncle Donald’s shiny new tariff tantrums sending the crypto cosmos into a mild existential crisis. China’s probably gearing up behind the scenes, muttering, “Round two?” while investors clutch their portfolios like endangered species.

And guess what? The “crypto-whisperer” president you were hoping for rolled in, but instead of a market glow-up, Ether decided to nosedive 40%, and Bitcoin slid down to a humble $78,000 before limping back just a bit. Tragicomedy, anyone?

The Hangover Phase: Short-Term Pain (Grab Your Tissue Box)

Coinbase, ever the eternal optimist (or the official market therapist), says brace yourself—this wild ride will likely keep spinning through April and mid-May. Tariffs, tighter purses, and that jittery “bearish vibe” are the headline acts in this crypto soap opera.

Bitcoin and the COIN50 index didn’t just fall—they took a nosedive right below their 200-day moving averages, which, if you’re not a trader, means “yeah, things look a bit bleak.” Throw in the Fear & Greed Index screaming “Extreme Fear” like it just watched a horror flick alone, and you’ve got yourself a perfect storm.

But Wait… A Crypto Redemption Arc Is Possible? 🎢

Don’t toss your digital coins in the trash just yet. Coinbase believes by May or June, the market might pull itself together like a hungover person embracing life again. Remember 2020? Bitcoin took a detour into sadness in March but came back stronger in May, and then went full rockstar. Rinse and repeat?

Matt Hougan, the crypto whisperer, thinks so. Despite Q1 being the time crypto usually flexes, it flopped this round. But with more cash in the system, friendlier crypto laws, and global mood swings (thanks, tariffs), Bitcoin could be eyeing a $200k encore by year-end. Bold claim, but hey, here’s hoping.

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Hold Tight for Q3-2025: The Flying Crypto Circus 🎪

After the storm, Coinbase predicts a sunny Q3 with market fireworks. Why? Because Bitcoin’s halving event just happened—basically crypto’s version of a glow-up that historically sends prices on a joyride. Plus, institutional investors are sliding into the party with Bitcoin spot ETFs and all the fancy legal stuff, adding some grown-up stability.

ARK Invest (the crystal ball gang) is shouting “Breakout year!” – with adoption and innovation doing a tango. Meanwhile, US regulations might stop being the scary monster under the bed and start looking like your helpful neighbor.

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FAQs (Because Who Doesn’t Love a Quick TL;DR?)

What’s happening with crypto right now?

Volatility courtesy of Trump’s tariffs, global tension, and a Q1 mood that says “meh.”

Is the crypto market expected to rise?

Yep, Coinbase and friends predict a comeback party by late Q2 into Q3 2025, fueled by Bitcoin halving, shiny ETFs, and gentler regulations. Fingers crossed. 🤞

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2025-04-17 13:12