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Core Insights - The cryptocurrency market experienced a significant downturn, with Bitcoin dropping below $87,000 and Ethereum falling below $2,900, leading to a liquidation of over $5 billion in contracts and affecting 177,200 traders [1][3]. Market Performance - Bitcoin's intraday drop exceeded 5%, while Ethereum also saw a decline of over 5% [1][3]. - As of the report, Bitcoin was down 4.22% at $87,100, and Ethereum was down 5.35% at $2,837 [3]. - The total liquidation in the cryptocurrency market reached $5.28 billion, with long positions accounting for $466 million and short positions for $61.75 million [3]. Market Sentiment - The recent sell-off in the cryptocurrency market is attributed to rumors regarding Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's potential resignation, although analysts suggest these rumors are likely false [1][3]. - The market is characterized by heightened risk aversion, with traders anticipating further declines, particularly watching the $80,000 support level for Bitcoin [3]. Federal Reserve Leadership Speculation - President Donald Trump announced he has decided on the next Federal Reserve Chairman, with speculation that his choice may aim to lower interest rates [4][5]. - Kevin Hassett, the White House National Economic Council Director, is considered a potential candidate to succeed Powell, although he has denied being a frontrunner [5][6]. - Trump's dissatisfaction with Powell has grown, and he seeks a chairman who will more aggressively pursue rate cuts [6].