Bitcoin, ether fall as shutdown clock hits and markets brace for a messy Monday

Bitcoin and ether prices have experienced a notable decline as the countdown to a potential government shutdown reaches critical levels, causing investors to grow increasingly anxious. The financial markets are preparing themselves for a tumultuous Monday, anticipating possible volatility and uncertainty that could arise from the political developments. source: https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/01/31/bitcoin-ether-fall-as-shutdown-clock-hits-and-markets-brace-for-a-messy-monday