[MARKET UPDATE] Bitcoin tests 68k to the downside while US equity futures continue to print fresh session lows and debt futures gain; newsflow light

The significant dip in Bitcoin testing the 68k level suggests a potential shift in market sentiment, especially as US equity futures reflect selling pressure, indicating risk-off behavior among investors.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 5 Feb 2026, 15:34 UTCOn the live feed at 15:14 UTC — 5 more headlines followed before this page went public

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[MARKET UPDATE] Bitcoin tests 68k to the downside while US equity futures continue to print fresh session lows and debt futures gain; newsflow light

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With debt futures gaining, this points to a flight to safety, likely driven by apprehensions in the broader market, but the light newsflow could mean these trends are more reflective of existing fears rather than new catalysts. Traders should watch closely for any developments that may trigger a more substantive reaction in either asset class.

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