Bitcoin Whales Are Losing $200 Million Daily As Market Fear Rises

Large Bitcoin investors, often called "whales" and "sharks," are currently realizing daily losses exceeding $200 million due to a prolonged price slump below $70,000. This pain is particularly felt by long-term holders who purchased Bitcoin near the peak of the previous rally. According to Glassnode, the 30-day simple moving average of Long-Term Holder Realized Losses has been steadily increasing since November 2025, indicating increased capitulation. While such losses are typical during bear market resolutions, analysts note that current levels aren't yet indicative of a market bottom, which would require daily realized losses to fall below $25 million. Adding to the bearish sentiment, Santiment reports the highest level of fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) in the Bitcoin community since late February, with a bearish discussion ratio. Despite this, Santiment suggests that heightened fear often precedes price rebounds, offering a potential opportunity for contrarian traders.

(Source：BeInCrypto)