Bitcoin Briefly Dips to $24K Due to Low Liquidity on Binance
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 28 2025- Price Volatility: Bitcoin briefly dropped to $24,111 between December 24-25, 2025, due to low liquidity, but quickly rebounded to around $87,000, demonstrating the market's rapid recovery capability.
- Market Impact: Despite initial panic, the flash crash had no broader market impact, indicating the crucial role of arbitrage traders in swiftly correcting price anomalies.
- Liquidity Issues: The incident occurred during a period of low holiday trading volume, where thin liquidity allowed a single large market order to trigger significant price fluctuations, but arbitrageurs quickly intervened to maintain market stability.
- Community Reaction: Concerns over market manipulation on social media were swiftly dismissed, with users praising arbitrage traders for their quick response, underscoring their importance in maintaining market stability.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
