May 2024

The cryptocurrency market suffered a setback earlier this month, with Bitcoin falling more than 20% from a $73,750 high in March to $56,700 on May 1. This sparked a sharp selloff in altcoins, with dips of up to 40% recorded in the 24-hour timeframe. Ethereum, the largest altcoin, fell by more than 15% from its yearly highs and slipped below the critical $3,000 level.
While some analysts assured that shakeouts like this are normal during a bull run, others raised concerns about increased volatility and downside risks. The market has since made a recovery, with Bitcoin trading above $63,600 at the time of press (May 6) and Ethereum hovering above $3100.