Bitcoin's Q1 Crash Isn't the End

If you thought 2025 would be a smooth ride for crypto, Q1 has already proven otherwise.

Bitcoin’s dramatic tumble from its record high above $109,000 to below $80,000—a 25% drop—has reignited the familiar mix of fear and doubt that haunts every bull market correction.

Bitcoin 3 month chart

But beneath the headlines and the panic, there’s a story that seasoned investors know all too well: this is classic Bitcoin behavior.

We’ve seen this movie before. 

In 2021, Bitcoin plummeted 55% in just a few months, only to roar back and set new records by year’s end. 

In 2017, the king of crypto endured four separate 30-40% pullbacks before peaking. These “mini bear markets” are not just normal—they’re the price of admission for outsized gains. 

Bitcoin cycles chart

The current correction, with its echoes of past cycles, is a stress test for weak hands and a golden opportunity for those who understand the rhythm of the market.

But what’s different this time? 

The macro backdrop is shifting fast. Central banks are injecting liquidity at a historic pace, Bitcoin ETFs are funneling billions from institutional investors, and the Trump administration is rolling out the red carpet for blockchain innovation. 

Meanwhile, the recent Bitcoin halving has set the stage for a new era of scarcity-driven growth. 

Technical indicators are flashing bullish, and even Wall Street giants like BlackRock are nudging clients toward crypto allocations.

Yet, as Bitcoin asserts itself as the digital gold of our era, altcoins are struggling to keep up. 

The old pattern—where altcoins steal the spotlight in every bull run—may be breaking down. 

Institutional capital is crowding into Bitcoin, and regulatory clarity is finally on the horizon. 

But could this be the cycle where Bitcoin’s dominance endures, or is an “altseason” just waiting in the wings?

These are the questions that matter—and they’re exactly what Crypto Cycle is built to answer. 

You see, Crypto Cycle cuts through the noise with in-depth analysis, actionable strategies, and real-time insights tailored to both market veterans and newcomers. 

Whether you’re navigating the volatility, seeking to understand the macro forces at play, or looking for the next big opportunity in altcoins and beyond, Crypto Cycle is your essential guide.

I just hosted my quarterly call-in where I address all of these concerns.

Is Bitcoin’s bull run finished? 

Should you buy altcoins? And if so, which ones? 

I cover everything you need to know and more in this live event. 

Chris Curl call-in

You can watch the replay to find out what to do next.

Don’t let uncertainty keep you on the sidelines. Join Crypto Cycle and stay ahead of the curve as the next chapter of crypto’s evolution unfolds.

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Chris Curl

Chris Curl
Editor, Daily Profit Cycle