The cryptocurrency market has suffered one of its most severe downturns in recent years, with Bitcoin briefly dropping below $60,000 for the first time since late 2024. The broader digital asset sector has lost nearly $2 trillion in market value from its peak, reflecting a dramatic reassessment of risk by global investors. Ethereum, Solana, XRP, and other major tokens recorded significant declines as capital flowed toward artificial intelligence-focused technology companies and traditional equity markets.