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US Threats Loom Over Bitcoin: Fitch Ratings Issues Stark Warnings

Fitch Ratings, a prominent global credit rating agency, has recently issued a warning concerning Bitcoin-backed securities.

The agency identified high market capitalization risk tied to Bitcoin, often stemming from price volatility and counterparty risks.

Fitch emphasized that a sudden decrease in Bitcoin’s price could violate collateral protection ratios, harming investors.

As these securities depend heavily on Bitcoin for collateral, liquidation events could exacerbate potential losses.

The organization pointed to the significant collapses within the cryptocurrency lending sector, including notable bankruptcies like BlockFi and Celsius, as evidence of these vulnerabilities.

Meanwhile, Bitcoin remains in a tight trading range as investors await today’s US Consumer Price Index (CPI) report.

With prices hovering around $91,200 to $91,400, analysts anticipate that CPI data will significantly influence Bitcoin’s near-term price trajectory.

Expectations for the CPI report hint at a yearly inflation rate of around 2.7%, which traders are closely monitoring for market momentum.

Key resistance levels for Bitcoin are identified around $93,997, with potential upside toward $94,250 to $95,000 should a positive CPI result emerge.

In contrast, a hawkish CPI could push Bitcoin below $90,000, presenting a volatile environment for investors amid broader market uncertainties.