Market analysts suggest that the recent US interventions in Venezuela early Saturday are unlikely to trigger a significant sell-off in Bitcoin. Reports indicate that the strikes occurred around 6 a.m. UTC and lasted for approximately 30 minutes.
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Michael van de Poppe, founder of MN Trading Capital, expressed on X that he does not anticipate “a massive correction” as a result of the attack, noting that the incident was premeditated and has already played out in front of market participants. Other analysts echoed this sentiment, suggesting that drastic market shifts typically arise when traders foresee more severe consequences ahead.
Bitcoin: Market Dynamics and Liquidations
As per reports, Bitcoin remained stable above the $90,000 threshold. Data from CoinGecko displayed a 1.50% increase, positioning the token at $91,320 at the time of writing.
I don’t believe we’ll witness a widespread correction due to the events in Venezuela related to #Bitcoin.
This is a coordinated strike against Maduro, and it’s already behind us.
The chances of further negative impacts on the markets from this particular event are fairly low.
I would presume…
— Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) January 3, 2026
According to CoinGlass data, approximately $60 million in Bitcoin positions were liquidated over the last 24 hours, with around $55 million stemming from short positions. Such forced selling can heighten volatility temporarily. However, the broader market response seemed relatively subdued this time.
Historical Rapid Declines
There have been instances where conflicts caused swift price declines. For example, in June 2025, Bitcoin dropped nearly 3%, falling from $106,000 to $103,000 within about 90 minutes following explosions in Tehran.
Traders observe that abrupt movements often follow when markets are anxious about potential escalations. Currently, many market participants feel there is less likelihood of subsequent actions that could intensify panic.
Federal Debt and Genesis Day Amid Market Activity
Reports indicate that the US national debt exceeded $38 trillion on Saturday, with the US National Debt Clock placing it around $38.5 trillion at that time. This milestone coincided with Bitcoin enthusiasts celebrating “Genesis Day,” marking the anniversary of the first block mined by Satoshi Nakamoto.
Happy Bitcoin Genesis Block day
— Paolo Ardoino 🤖 (@paoloardoino) January 3, 2026
Paolo Ardoino, CEO of stablecoin issuer Tether, shared a celebratory message, while Sam Callahan, director of strategy and research at BTC treasury firm OranjeBTC, supported this sentiment.
For many within the community, the headline embedded in the Genesis Block serves as a reminder of a financial system with a capped supply, distinct from the inflationary pressures faced by fiat currencies.
Typically, the market reacts drastically when we expect situations to worsen. That doesn’t seem to be happening now. This might even bring some positivity to the market as people perceive it as a sign of strength.
— Tyler Hill (@Tylerhill) January 3, 2026
Community Response and Context
Some reports indicate that individuals within the crypto community are treating the strike and rising US debt as interconnected yet distinct narratives. A number of traders suggested that the strike may lead to “green” in the markets as investors perceive decisive action as a display of control, reflecting the viewpoint of analyst Tyler Hill.
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Conversely, others pointed out that the immediate market reaction has been measured rather than frantic. Both hedge funds and retail traders are closely monitoring social media posts and on-chain flows.
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