Arthur Hayes, a notable figure in cryptocurrency predictions, has made a significant assessment. Despite past inaccuracies, Hayes remains a closely monitored voice within the crypto community. His recent commentary suggests that if his predictions hold true, the current market downturn could lead to substantial repercussions.

Date of Cryptocurrency Decline

The recent market decline has been largely driven by the Federal Reserve and a negative macroeconomic outlook. Altcoins have experienced losses of up to 20%. However, Hayes indicates that much more could be on the horizon.

According to Arthur Hayes, investors in cryptocurrencies will face harsh realities as soon as the Trump administration takes office. In a recent article, he highlighted how quickly Trump may not be able to implement any policies, stating:

“The market will instantly become aware that Trump has at best a year to implement any policy changes around January 20. This realization could lead to panic selling in cryptocurrencies and other Trump 2.0 stocks.”

Hayes argues that the Republican majority in the House and Senate will lose significant power after the midterm elections in November 2026.

Future of Cryptocurrencies

Hayes’s predictions could be wrong depending on Trump’s commitment to cryptocurrencies. Currently, ma...