Expert warns Bitcoin could plummet to £47,000 as ETF inflows wane and market volatility rises

A prominent cryptocurrency analyst has warned that Bitcoin could face a dramatic crash, with prices potentially plummeting by half to around £47,000 ($60,000) if it fails to reach new all-time highs in the near future.

The prediction, shared by trader Tony Severino on social media, has cast a shadow over what had been a largely bullish sentiment in the market.

While mainstream financial institutions have not echoed Severino's dire forecast, the comment has prompted many investors to reassess their assumptions amid growing signs of volatility.

Bitcoin Still Near Record Highs — For Now

In 2025, Bitcoin surged past the £78,000 ($100,000) mark and briefly reached record territory close to £96,000 ($123,000). Despite this, several analysts now warn the rally may be overextended, particularly if Bitcoin fails to breach its previous highs. The cryptocurrency's price movements have grown increasingly erratic, signalling possible exhaustion in the current bull run.

Technical Warning Signs Point to Further Declines

Market analysts from the Sevens Report, cited by MarketWatch, have noted that Bitcoin's steep drop from its January peak has left it vulnerable. After falling to a low of £58,000 ($74,436), it briefly rebounded. But if the price breaks through key technical support at approximately £57,500 ($73,745), a further decline to around £44,000–£46,000 ($55,000–$57,000) could follow.

Severino, however, outlined an even more bearish scenario, suggesting a collapse to £47,000 ($60,000) — effectively halving Bitcoin's value from its recent highs. His outlook aligns with broader fears that failure to reclaim momentum could unleash intensified selling pressure.

Regulatory Risks Could Add to Downward Pressure

Bitcoin's valuation, once tied primarily to mining costs and scarcity, now hinges heavily on investor confidence and macroeconomic trends. According to analysts at Citi, this makes BTC especially vulnerable to regulatory actions, liquidity shocks, and geopolitical instability.

The Financial Times has also warned of an emerging 'crypto-financial nexus', as digital assets like Bitcoin become increasingly entwined with traditional financial markets. This integration raises the possibility of systemic risk, especially if regulation does not keep pace with innovation.

Bulls Still Believe: Optimistic Forecasts Remain

Despite growing caution, many analysts continue to issue bullish predictions. A panel of experts at Finder.com has projected a year-end price of £113,000 ($145,167), with a potential low near £68,000 ($87,618).

JMP Securities has forecast a high of £218,000 ($280,000), while Bernstein has set a target of £156,000 ($200,000).

Some, including Cantor Fitzgerald, suggest Bitcoin could even reach £781,000 ($1 million), citing accelerating ETF adoption and growing institutional participation from firms like MicroStrategy.

These optimistic views are grounded in ongoing interest from institutional investors, the impact of recent halving cycles, and increased capital inflows into crypto-based exchange-traded funds.

Why a Drop to £47,000 Matters for UK Investors

For British investors, a plunge to £47,000 ($60,000) would represent a significant retracement from recent highs of around £80,000 ($102,000). Such a move would effectively erase nearly half of Bitcoin's sterling value and could severely impact portfolios exposed to BTC, ETH, or crypto derivatives.

This level is particularly important in the UK context, where retail and institutional crypto adoption continues to grow. The volatility presents both a risk and a potential buying opportunity — depending on one's investment strategy.

A Cautionary Outlook — But Not the Consensus

While Severino's warning isn't currently the market's base-case scenario, it reflects a long-standing pattern in Bitcoin's history of deep retracements following euphoric rallies. Analysts argue that unless BTC surges to new highs soon, it risks falling back in line with mean reversion trends.

In a highly speculative asset class, the potential for sharp reversals always looms — especially as technical and psychological support levels are tested.

What UK Investors Should Do Now

Risk management remains paramount. Financial experts recommend diversifying holdings and closely monitoring support zones between £60,000 and £65,000 ($73,000–$80,000). If these levels break, momentum could shift sharply to the downside.

UK investors should also pay close attention to US-led regulatory developments such as the proposed Genius Act and Clarity Act. While aimed at the American market, these measures can significantly influence global sentiment and liquidity.

Though a crash to £47,000 ($60,000) remains speculative, it highlights the fragility beneath Bitcoin's recent highs. For some, it's a reason for caution. For others, it may signal a rare buying opportunity in what many still believe is the future of finance.