Bitcoin's price plummeted below $70,000 on Friday as the crypto market continued to slide. This comes as the US Dollar Index reached a 19-month high, sparking a broader sell-off in assets. The decline in Bitcoin's value triggered significant liquidations in futures markets, with large positions being closed out at a loss. The selloff gathered pace early in the day, with no signs of abatement as of the latest data.
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The sudden drop in value underscores the market's volatility and sensitivity to changes in the broader financial landscape.