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Is The U.S. Government CRASHING Bitcoin? | Bitcoin Simply

Mar 10, 2026
Big government seizures and alleged Strategic Bitcoin Reserve moves may be triggering sudden price crashes. Timing of geopolitical events and reported confiscations gets examined for links to market sell-offs. Macro traders discuss volatility strategies and when to add Bitcoin. The show also explores loans and self-custody as alternatives to selling during drops.
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INSIGHT

Government Announcements Correlate With Major Bitcoin Drops

  • U.S. government actions may trigger large Bitcoin drawdowns tied to seizures and the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve announcement.
  • Multiple drops aligned with the reserve EO, a ~127,200 BTC seizure from a Cambodian group, and news about Venezuelan BTC holdings causing violent short-term price reactions.
INSIGHT

Short Term Shocks Won't Change Bitcoin's Long Term Path

  • Short-term supply shocks from large seized holdings don't change Bitcoin's long-term trajectory, which remains driven by growing demand.
  • Dante Cook notes Bitcoin sits at historically oversold levels, often preceding major turning points after big drawdowns.
ADVICE

Hedge Now Then Buy Bitcoin When Volatility Peaks

  • Position for volatility: add hedges now and scale into Bitcoin when volatility (VIX sixth contract) spikes toward 30.
  • Unknown Guest (Macro Trader) says he'll reduce volatility exposure and buy Bitcoin once VIX hits ~30 over coming months.
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