Bitcoin News Today: Bitcoin Volatility Looms as Kiyosaki Warns of $90K Drop in August 2025

Bitcoin’s price currently stands at approximately $114,294, having previously breached the $123,000 mark in early July before experiencing a pullback below $112,000 [1]. Amid this volatility, Robert Kiyosaki, author of the personal finance bestseller Rich Dad Poor Dad, has publicly stated his expectation that Bitcoin could fall to as low as $90,000 by August 2025. He has framed this potential decline as part of what he terms the “Bitcoin August Curse,” referencing historical data showing significant price drops in the cryptocurrency during the month of August over the past decade [1].

Kiyosaki explained that should this historical pattern repeat itself, he would double his current Bitcoin holdings. His rationale is rooted in the belief that dips in BTC’s price present buying opportunities for investors who view Bitcoin as a long-term store of value [1]. He has attributed the potential drop not to Bitcoin itself, but to broader macroeconomic pressures, particularly the U.S. government’s trillion-dollar debt and the management of key financial institutions like the Federal Reserve and the Treasury. In his view, these entities lack sufficient understanding of the cryptocurrency market, and their policy decisions create ripple effects that influence BTC’s valuation [1].

According to Kiyosaki, the current volatility reflects the instability of the U.S. financial system, which he criticizes for being managed by “incompetent PhDs.” He argues that the Federal Reserve’s monetary policies, combined with broader economic uncertainties—such as Trump’s proposed tariffs and a slowing labor market—contribute to an environment where digital assets like Bitcoin are vulnerable to sharp corrections [1]. These macroeconomic concerns, he suggests, could amplify the likelihood of a significant price drop in August.

Kiyosaki’s comments carry particular weight due to his influential role in personal finance education and his large following on social media. His advocacy for Bitcoin has historically driven retail investor interest in the cryptocurrency. By publicly positioning himself to buy more BTC during a potential downturn, he reinforces a narrative that views the digital asset as a strategic hedge against inflation and systemic financial risk [1]. However, this view contrasts with the immediate market conditions, where BTC remains above $114,000 and altcoins such as Cardano and XRP have shown signs of strength.

The potential for a BTC correction is also supported by on-chain data from blockchain analytics firm CoinGlass, which highlights that Bitcoin has experienced notable price declines in most August months since 2014. For instance, the cryptocurrency fell more than 13% in August 2022 and 11.29% in August 2023 [1]. While the drop last year was less severe at 8.6%, the recurring pattern has led some investors to prepare for similar movements in 2025.

Kiyosaki’s strategy reflects a contrarian approach to investing, wherein he views short-term volatility as a pathway to long-term gains. This aligns with his broader philosophy of leveraging market downturns to accumulate assets at more favorable prices. His public statements, while speculative, underscore a growing trend among investors to closely monitor macroeconomic signals and historical price patterns as potential indicators of Bitcoin’s future performance [1].

Source: [1] The Economic Times - https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/crypto-news/rich-dad-poor-dad-author-robert-kiyosaki-says-hell-double-down-on-bitcoin-if-august-curse-sends-it-below-90k/articleshow/123095943.cms