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Bitcoin Faces Volatility as Stock Exchange CEO Predicts Potential Drops

Bitcoin (BTC) has begun December on a downward trend after an initial recovery in November.

The cryptocurrency saw its price plummet from approximately $91,000 to $83,000, driven by weak liquidity and macroeconomic concerns, particularly from Japan.

Farzam Ehsani, CEO of VALR, highlighted that the fragile state of the market and poor liquidity were key factors in Bitcoin's recent decline.

He expressed concerns over potential changes in MSCI’s methodology, specifically regarding the future inclusion of cryptocurrency-focused companies in global indexes.

Ehsani noted that if companies like Strategy, Marathon, and Riot are removed, it could lead to significant market reactions, including forced sales and substantial capital shifts.

The CEO warned that continuing market stress could push Bitcoin’s price down to the $60,000 range.

In this scenario, he suggested that significant institutional players might enter the market and buy Bitcoin at these lower levels.

As investors await MSCI's decision, the cryptocurrency market remains highly sensitive to external pressures.

Overall, Bitcoin’s trajectory in the coming weeks could hinge on both liquidity conditions and regulatory developments.

Market participants should prepare for potential volatility as these factors unfold.