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Bitcoin’s $2 Trillion Market Surge Outshines $515 Billion U.S. Bank Losses

The US banking sector has suffered substantial unrealized losses of $515 billion, with previous losses peaking at over $600 billion earlier this year. These losses have been driven by Federal Reserve rate hikes, devaluing bonds and fixed-income assets held by banks. High-profile failures in 2023 have further eroded confidence in the banking sector, leading to a shift toward digital assets such as Bitcoin. Bitcoin and the broader decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem have seen significant price growth, with Bitcoin surging 46.27% in the past month and 158.63% year-to-date. Analysts expect further gains, with Bitcoin projected to reach $100,000 by the end of 2024.

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