Russell Thompson, CIO of Nasdaq-listed digital asset investment firm Hilbert Group, predicted that Bitcoin could face downward pressure in the short term, as global liquidity could shrink by up to 25%. According to CoinDesk, he explained, “Even if geopolitical risks ease, without policy support, it will be difficult for the upward trend of risk assets, including Bitcoin, to continue. While some financial sectors show signs of liquidity stabilizing, the overall tightening stance is likely to strengthen. However, we maintain a positive outlook on Bitcoin in the mid-to-long term, and if the liquidity environment improves, there is a possibility of a year-end rally and new record highs in 2027.”