As Bitcoin navigated tumultuous market waters since early March, traders witnessed a stunning ebb and flow characterized by breathtaking price swings following a severe late-February sell-off. The market saw Bitcoin soar and then plummet within days, igniting a spike in realized volatility well above normal ranges. However, amid these waves of price activity, one particular event exacerbated the turmoil — leaving traders on edge. The anticipation of a pivotal White House crypto summit seemed to fuel this firestorm. But, what role did this summit play, and how did it shape Bitcoin's volatility?
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Volatility clustering in Bitcoin reveals the impact of turbulent rallies and sharp pullbacks.
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Updated: Mar. 8, 2025 at 1:47 am UTC
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Bitcoin, a decentralized currency that defies the sway of central banks or administrators, transacts electronically, circumventing intermediaries via a peer-to-peer network.