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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Technology
Anthony Cuthbertson

Bitcoin plunges to year-low price as ‘crypto winter’ descends

Bitcoin fell below $60,000 for the first time in 2026 on 29 June - (AFP/Getty)

The price of bitcoin has fallen by more than 50 per cent since its peak amid a broader crypto market crash.

The world’s leading cryptocurrency fell below $59,000 on Monday, eight months after peaking at $126,000.

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