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Gold, Silver, Crypto: Understanding the Sell-Off and What It Means for Bitcoin

February 2, 2026

Gold, Silver, Crypto: Understanding the Sell-Off and What It Means for Bitcoin

After an extreme rally in precious metals, markets sold off almost simultaneously: gold, silver, the dollar, and crypto. The shock started with a macro announcement, spread through derivatives, and triggered forced selling before eventually impacting Bitcoin. In this analysis, we break down the real causes behind the sell-off and what it means for our crypto scenarios in 2026.