Last updated: 2026-02-21 19:39:00 ET
Pulse AI Brief
Updated Feb 21, 2026 6:00 PM ET
The cryptocurrency market has retraced nearly all gains made during the 2024-2025 U.S. election period following a historic crash. This downturn has erased significant investor wealth and led to heightened market anxiety.
The crash has led to a sharp decline in crypto asset prices, affecting major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, and causing ripple effects across related stocks and financial instruments.
This volatility underscores the inherent risks in the crypto market and may lead to increased regulatory scrutiny as governments aim to protect investors.
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