Rate hikes could trigger major market disruptions. When central banks tighten monetary policy, liquidity dries up fast—and crypto markets, being highly leveraged and sentiment-driven, often get hit the hardest. We've seen this pattern before: policy shifts lead to cascading liquidations, which spiral into deeper selloffs. Anyone holding significant positions should be watching the policy timeline closely. The market's reaction isn't always immediate, but when it comes, it can be brutal.