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Bitcoin is gonna drop into the summer of 2026.

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Benjamin Cowen: “Bitcoin is gonna drop into the summer of 2026.

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Benjamin CowenSaid Aug 20, 2026Added to Thonest Aug 20, 2026Anchored Aug 20, 2026

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Benjamin Cowen: The only other time in history where Bitcoin topped on apathy, and it was in 2019. Benjamin Cowen: Bitcoin is gonna drop into the summer of 2026. Benjamin Cowen: I don't think you'll have a massive rotation in the altcoins that leads to an alt season.

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From "Analyst Called Bitcoin Top; Reveals 2026 Forecast | Ben Cowen" (David Lin ).

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