Bitcoin’s demand engines reverse, but long-term trajectory intact: NYDIG

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Bitcoin’s recent price drop highlights the double-edged sword of institutional inflows: they can fuel both surges and declines. As Greg Cipolaro from NYDIG points out, the same exchange-traded fund inflows and crypto treasury demand that propelled Bitcoin to its all-time high are now contributing to its downturn. This shift suggests that institutional investors might be reallocating their assets or taking profits, which could lead to increased volatility in the short term. Traders should keep an eye on key support levels—if Bitcoin breaks below a significant threshold, it could trigger further sell-offs. Moreover, this scenario raises questions about the sustainability of Bitcoin’s price movements driven by institutional interest. If retail traders perceive weakness, we might see a cascading effect across the crypto market, impacting altcoins as well. Watch for any changes in trading volume or sentiment indicators, as these could signal whether this decline is a temporary pullback or the start of a more prolonged downturn.