The crypto market is moving through a volatile but decisive phase in early 2026, with $BTC struggling below key levels after sharp corrections and broader risk-off sentiment across global markets. Analysts point to liquidity tightening, leveraged liquidations, and regulatory uncertainty as major drivers behind recent price swings, while $ETH and major $ALT have also traded under pressure. Despite the short-term downturn, institutional adoption, ETF developments, and clearer regulations in multiple regions continue to support long-term optimism, keeping the debate open between a deeper bear phase and the formation of a new macro bottom. For disciplined investors, this period highlights the importance of patience, risk management, and strategic accumulation rather than emotional trading.#WhaleDeRiskETH #BinanceBitcoinSAFUFund

BTC

69,189.05

-1.06%

ETH

2,020.94

-1.44%

ALT

0.00817

-0.60%