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Spot crypto trading volumes hit lowest since 2024 amid US-Iran tensions

By Estefano Gomez · Published April 17, 2026 · 1 min read · Source: Crypto Briefing
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Spot crypto trading volumes fell to $1.27T in March, the lowest since September 2024. Bitcoin above $58,000 on April 14 remains at 100% YES.

US-Iran tensions have driven capital rotation toward oil and gold, reducing risk appetite for cryptocurrencies. This has affected several Bitcoin prediction markets. Bitcoin reaching $82,000 on April 15 sits at 100% YES despite bearish sentiment. Bitcoin above $62,000 on April 18 is also at 100% YES, though recent market conditions make the outlook cautious.

Actual trading volumes have dropped sharply. The April 15 market had $125,393 in combined 24h actual USDC traded, with a 9-point spike at 7:36 PM. The April 18 market reported $356,534 in actual USDC traded.

The capital flow pattern points to a bearish short-term outlook for Bitcoin. Falling crypto trading volumes and rotation into oil and gold reflect reduced investor risk appetite. Even with 100% YES odds across these markets, the geopolitical context matters. Buying YES at 100¢ offers no upside at current prices, particularly if geopolitical tensions escalate further.

Watch for developments in US-Iran negotiations or shifts in global oil trade dynamics, as either could move these markets.

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