Bitcoin’s volatility returned in full force as fresh speculation emerged about a potential US Bitcoin reserve. On January 23, BTC experienced a sharp $4,000 spike before pulling back, fueled by a cryptic message from US Senator Cynthia Lummis.

Lummis Hints at Big Crypto News
Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis, known for her support of Bitcoin, teased an upcoming crypto-related announcement. She took to social media, posting, “Big things are coming,” without providing further details.

The lack of clarity left the crypto community speculating. Many wondered if the announcement would come at 10 AM in the Eastern Time zone, coinciding with former President Donald Trump’s speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Journalist Eleanor Terrett suggested Lummis might also take a leadership role in the US House Financial Services Subcommittee on Digital Assets, Financial Technology, and Inclusion. However, no concrete details have emerged.
Market Reacts to Uncertainty
Bitcoin’s price initially surged in response to the speculation but retraced much of its gains after Trump did not mention Bitcoin or crypto in his address. Hopes of significant US crypto adoption quickly faded, leaving traders disappointed.

Some industry experts, including popular analyst WhalePanda, speculated that Lummis’ posts could amount to market manipulation. Meanwhile, odds on Polymarket predicting Trump would establish a Bitcoin reserve within his first 100 days rebounded to 40%.

Bitcoin Liquidations Increase
The market’s sharp movement led to a wave of liquidations. Data from CoinGlass revealed that nearly $20 million in BTC short positions were wiped out in a single hour as Bitcoin briefly tested its range highs.

What’s Next for Bitcoin?
Despite the recent volatility, Bitcoin continues to trade within its established range. Traders remain on edge, awaiting further clarification on Lummis’ announcement and potential policy shifts that could impact the market.
As the situation unfolds, investors should brace for more price swings and closely monitor official statements from policymakers.