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A critical factor is the Bitcoin mining difficulty, which is projected to drop sharply. This reduction hints at miner capitulation, especially among those struggling with high operational costs. The break-even price for many miners is approaching $70,000 to $80,000, and a significant difficulty adjustment could either signal the end of current struggles or lead to higher consolidation.
Major Tech and Stock Market Trends
In traditional markets:
- Apple has repurchased $625 billion worth of stock over 10 years—more than the market cap of many S&P 500 companies—raising questions about stock artificiality and market manipulation.