Crypto Slips in August, Wiping Out July's Gains

Cryptocurrencies slid on the first day of August due to economic concerns

Bitcoin dropped 3.7% to $63,144, and Ether fell 5% to $3,099

Crypto stocks like Coinbase and MicroStrategy lost 5% and 6%, respectively

Marathon Digital tumbled 7%, and Riot Platforms fell 5.5%

Recent data increased concerns about a recession, impacting crypto prices