Bad Moon Rising for Bitcoin? Astrologers Think So as Rare Cosmic Event Approaches

Are you an investor looking for a cosmic sign to buy Bitcoin? The universe might have other plans: According to astrologers, an upcoming planetary alignment isn’t signaling a time to buy—it’s flashing a planet-sized stop sign.

On February 28, seven planets—Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Venus, Uranus, Mercury, and Neptune—will form a “planetary parade,” a rare cosmic event that won’t happen again until 2040. This planetary alignment has stargazers grabbing their telescopes and astrologers their crystal balls, ready to make bold Bitcoin predictions.

But will it be a bull run written in the stars or just another case of celestial FOMO? That depends on your belief system—and your portfolio.

Often called “magic internet money,” Bitcoin has found an unexpected ally in astrology. The esoteric practice has carved out a niche within the crypto community, particularly on Crypto Twitter (aka X), where astrologers regularly share their market predictions.

To separate financial signals from stardust, we asked some astrologers what the upcoming alignment means for Bitcoin. Should traders buckle up for turbulence, or will diamond hands prevail? Here’s what the stars have to say.

The planets align… but will Bitcoin?

A planetary alignment occurs when several planets appear in a roughly straight line from Earth’s perspective, meaning that theoretically, depending on where in the world you are and the amount of ambient light in your nighttime sky, you can see them with the naked eye. The planets orbit the Sun in nearly the same plane—called the ecliptic—causing them to “gather” in the sky at specific times.

In astrology, planetary alignments are believed to create powerful, energetic shifts that influence emotions, decisions, and opportunities. The lineup on February 28 features a new moon in dreamy Pisces, an unstable Venus retrograde on the horizon, and Uranus—the planet of disruption—stirring the pot.

Astrologer and tarot advisor Tara Nichols described the planetary alignment as a period of instability—and warned that Bitcoin could experience sharp drops before rebounding.

“We will likely see Bitcoin lose its value during this period as Venus retrograde and Uranus in Taurus, which both rule money and cryptocurrency, will be unstable,” Nichols told Decrypt. “Volatile markets are likely through June, then Uranus moving into Gemini will shift the dynamic of the crypto world.”

Nichols advised against making big financial decisions as Venus, the planet of money, slows down before going retrograde from March 3 to April 13. In astrology, retrograde refers to when a planet appears to be moving backward, signaling delays, disruptions, or unexpected challenges.

“Do not stretch yourself thin in finances,” she said. “Instead, use this time to be conservative with your investments.

According to astrologer and coach Maisy Bristol, the alignment favors speculation—but she warned against getting caught up in FOMO.

“This is a time for brainstorming and manifestation, but not immediate action. With so much Pisces energy in the air, things feel fluid and imaginative—but also a bit unstable,” Bristol told Decrypt. “The new moon’s connection with Jupiter adds an element of over-idealization, meaning our dreams might outpace reality if we’re not careful.”

Psychic and astrologer Jana Stern took a more “energetic” approach, linking the alignment to increased market volatility.

“This alignment is purely energetic, meaning our finances will likely be affected since money is how we exchange energy,” Stern told Decrypt. “The impact will vary for different people, but generally, it’s wise to be certain before making major financial decisions, signing anything, or sending large transfers.”

“Given the uncertainty in the world and the way our energy tends to become frenetic before significant events, we may see fluctuations in the stock market and cryptocurrencies,” she added.

A similar planetary alignment occurred in June 2022—a time crypto investors might remember for all the wrong reasons. Bitcoin began June at $31,792 per coin, but by the end of that month, the price had plunged below $19,000.

Astrologers predict that the rare planetary alignment on February 28 will create a mix of optimism and caution rather than signaling a clear bullish or bearish trend. This period of uncertainty is expected to test investor patience with rapid and unpredictable price swings.

Despite the rise in volatility, Stern was optimistic about the future.

“Remember to trust that the market—and humanity—will find its stability,” she said.

To the moon… or the abyss?

Astrology may not be an exact science, but for some in crypto, it’s a valuable tool for timing market trends. Whether you see planetary alignments as cosmic coincidences or celestial signals, Erin Redwing—astrologer and co-host of the “Hell Money” podcast—predicted that one thing is clear: The next few months could be a wild ride.

“March will have a lot of volatility—especially in the early part of the month,” Redwing told Decrypt. “I think we’re already feeling it now, and I see March as the point where we hit the bottom.”

A crypto trend that Redwing foresees ending in March is the meme coin craze epitomized by the launch and subsequent plunge of the TRUMP, MELANIA, and LIBRA tokens; the party may be over for celebrity cryptocurrencies.

“The Trump coin launched on Friday night, and by Sunday […] they had already released the Melania token, which completely drained its energy,” Redwing said. “Trump is arguably the biggest meme in the world—where do you go from there?”

While meme coin mania may be losing steam, the broader crypto market isn’t doomed. Redwing remains optimistic, pointing to a brighter outlook by May.

“From an astrological perspective, things look really positive by May, so I don’t think this is a long-lived crisis,” she said. “If you believe it’s just a short-term dip before a rebound—which aligns with my astrological perspective—you’d want to have the right liquidity on the sidelines to be ready when the opportunity arises. That’s how I see it.”