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Bitcoin is currently trying to stay afloat amid geopolitical tensions that have triggered a sharp decline in the flagship crypto’s price. At the time of writing, Bitcoin was experiencing a significant drop of nearly 15%, plummeting to<a href="https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/bitcoin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow"> a low of $60,660,</a> its lowest level in almost a month. 
Amidst this turbulence, prominent Bitcoin advocate and investor, Samson Mow, has emerged as a beacon of optimism for Bitcoin enthusiasts. Mow, known for his unwavering belief in the long-term potential of Bitcoin, remains bullish despite the recent downturn. He believes that the fear stemming from geopolitical uncertainties in the Middle East has led to an overreaction in the market, causing Bitcoin’s price to fluctuate wildly. 
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 Markets are also confused about the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#Bitcoin</a> halving. Most probably don’t know it exists. Some that know can’t figure out if it will make prices go up or down. Some are worried miners will go under. So many will sit and wait until it’s clear what comes next. 
 — Samson Mow (@Excellion) <a href="https://twitter.com/Excellion/status/1780119565063823559?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">April 16, 2024</a>
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<h2 id="strong-mow-s-perspective-on-bitcoin-s-future-strong">Mow’s Perspective On Bitcoin’s Future</h2> 
In an X post, Mow expressed confidence in Bitcoin’s resilience, stating that the current market turmoil is merely a temporary setback. He acknowledges the short-term volatility but remains steadfast in his belief that Bitcoin will emerge stronger in the long run. 
Mow’s optimism is fueled by his anticipation of what he terms “Omega time” for Bitcoin, suggesting a period of significant growth and stability once the current market jitters subside. 
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full" src="https://www.tradingview.com/x/fAghuseU/" width="1835" height="883"> 
<h2 id="strong-the-significance-of-the-bitcoin-halving-event-strong">The Significance Of The Bitcoin Halving Event</h2> 
One key factor driving Mow’s optimism is the impending<a href="https://www.dlnews.com/articles/snapshot/bitcoin-halving-impact-on-the-price-gsr-co-founder/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow"> Bitcoin halving event</a>, an event that occurs roughly every four years and involves a reduction in the reward given to Bitcoin miners for validating transactions. 
Mow describes the halving event as a “massive supply shock,” emphasizing its potential to create scarcity and drive up demand for Bitcoin. He points to the recent approval of Bitcoin-Ethereum exchange-traded funds in Hong Kong as further evidence of growing institutional interest in cryptocurrencies. 
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Despite Mow’s optimism, there remains confusion in the market regarding the implications of the <a href="https://bitcoinist.com/bitcoin-analyst-sees-100k-before-halving/" target="_blank" rel="noopener ">halving event.</a> Some investors are unsure whether the reduction in block rewards will push Bitcoin’s price up or down. 
Concerns have also been raised about the possibility of miners shutting down their operations due to reduced profitability. Mow acknowledges these concerns but believes that clarity will emerge once the market adjusts to the new supply dynamics. 
As Bitcoin continues to navigate through choppy waters, Mow’s steadfast optimism serves as a reminder of the underlying strength and resilience of the world’s leading cryptocurrency. 
Featured image from Pixabay, chart from TradingView

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