Bitcoin losing popularity? Let me tell you this: the drop makes it even more popular, because it creates more noise in the media, and more people want to figure out what it is and how it works. Remember, last year (in November) the price was only $4000s and it was a big deal at that time. Now it is $7000s and people still panic. I personally don't see any obstacle that will block the price hitting very very high in the nearest future!