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Crypto Traders Seek Single Cause for Market Plunge, Pointing Fingers at Trump Tariffs

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Shared by Dario • October 12, 2025

Recent cryptocurrency market declines have seen traders quickly attribute the downturn to U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a 100% tariff on China. However, market analysis suggests that while geopolitical events acted as a catalyst, deeper market factors, such as excessive leverage, were also significant contributors to the slump.