Bitcoin Kicks Off August With a 5% Plunge—Why $110K Is the Line in the Sand

Bitcoin bulls got a rude awakening as August opened with a 5% nosedive—now all eyes are on that $110K support level.

The $110K Litmus Test

Analysts warn: Lose this floor, and the 'digital gold' narrative starts tarnishing faster than a Wall Street promise.

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The Cynic’s Corner

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Bitcoin Starts August in the Red

According to analysts, Bitcoin is currently at a critical level. The price drop tested support near $112,000—its previous all-time high—and held it, but there’s little room for further weakness. Tony Sycamore, a market analyst at IG Markets, emphasized the importance of Bitcoin maintaining its footing above the $110,000 mark to have a realistic chance of retesting its record highs.

He said, “The recent pullback was logical, returning to the previous record high of $112,000, which acted as a support zone. If risk sentiment holds and BTC stays above $112,000/$110,000, we could see a MOVE back toward all-time highs.”

However, breaking past the $125,000 resistance will be difficult without a strong market catalyst. If bitcoin loses support at $110,000, a deeper correction could be on the table, possibly falling toward the 200-day moving average near $99,355.

Macroeconomic Pressures Mount

The broader market sentiment is shaky following a weak U.S. jobs report and rising trade tensions. These macroeconomic factors are affecting risk assets, including Bitcoin.

Arthur Hayes, former CEO of BitMEX, echoed similar concerns. In his latest market outlook, he warned that macro headwinds could push Bitcoin back down to $100,000. These pressures, combined with seasonal trends, make August a challenging month for the leading cryptocurrency.

August: A Historically Bearish Month for Bitcoin

Data from Glassnode shows that since 2013, Bitcoin has posted negative returns in August in eight out of 12 years. The average decline during this month has been 11.4%. Last year, Bitcoin lost 8.6% in August, falling to just over $59,000. In 2023 and 2022, the losses were even steeper—dropping by double digits to $27,300 and $19,800, respectively.

If 2025 follows this pattern, Bitcoin could potentially fall to around $105,000 before any recovery is possible.

What’s Next for Bitcoin?

Despite the bearish tone, some analysts remain cautiously optimistic. The last time Bitcoin had a positive August was during the 2021 bull market when it gained nearly 14%, ending the month above $47,000. With 2025 also being a bull market year in the four-year cycle theory, there’s still a chance that the worst of the pullback may be behind us.

For now, the next few weeks will be critical. Holding the $110,000 support zone could provide the base for a potential rebound. But if this level breaks, the market may be in for a longer period of correction—possibly testing $100,000 or even lower.

Key Levels to Watch

• Support: $112,000 (former ATH), $110,000 (critical zone), $99,355 (200-day MA)

• Resistance: $118,000 (recent high), $125,000 (monthly resistance)

Whether Bitcoin can weather the seasonal trend and macroeconomic headwinds will depend on market sentiment and global financial conditions. Until a clearer catalyst appears, traders and investors are advised to tread cautiously.