#2026CryptoOutlook | Is a Cold Winter Coming for Bitcoin? ❄️
As crypto enters 2026, optimism hasn’t disappeared — but confidence has clearly cooled. A growing number of institutions now warn that Bitcoin may be heading into a prolonged consolidation or “crypto winter”, rather than an immediate new bull run.
Historically, Bitcoin bear cycles often last close to 12 months. If that pattern holds, the current correction may still be early, with downside pressure persisting as risk appetite weakens.
What’s surprising is what hasn’t worked: • More crypto-friendly U.S. regulation
• ETF approvals alre