Bitcoin and Ether Hit August Lows Amid Regulatory Fears and ETF Outflows

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Bitcoin and Ether prices dropped to their lowest levels since August 2026 due to fears of stricter regulations following Democratic wins in the US midterm elections. Reuters reported that Bitcoin fell 2% to $73,708, while Ether dropped 5% to $2,223, as the market reacted to the potential for increased government oversight of the crypto industry.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded significant outflows totaling $1.28 billion over the past week according to Reuters, signaling a reduction in institutional exposure. The broader market sell-off saw XRP decline by 6.4% and Solana fall by approximately 3%, amid concerns over the future regulatory environment and the expected leadership of the Senate Banking Committee by Senator Elizabeth Warren.

Investors are looking ahead to the release of the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) data on November 10, 2026, which may influence monetary policy. The economic calendar also features speeches from several Federal Reserve officials, including Waller and Bowman, on the same day.