Are we seeing a "Health Check" or a "Reset"? 📉

If you’ve been checking your portfolio today, Feb 17, you know the vibe is definitely "Extreme Fear." Bitcoin is fighting hard to hold the $68,000 level after a rough slide, and Ethereum is hovering just under $2,000.

It’s easy to get caught up in the red candles, but here is what’s actually happening behind the noise:

• The "Oversold" Bounce? Technicals show we are at levels we’ve only seen a few times in the last five years. Historically, being this "oversold" has led to short-term relief rallies.

• Stablecoins are the Hero: A new study today shows that stablecoin use for "everyday money" (payments and payroll) has hit a record $300B. Even when prices are down, the actual utility of the tech is growing.

• Institutional Collateral: In a huge move, the CFTC just signaled that Bitcoin and Ether can be accepted as collateral in certain trades. This is a massive step for "TradFi" integration, regardless of today's price.

The bottom line: The "easy money" phase of 2025 has moved into a game of patience. We are currently in a 5-month losing streak—the longest since 2018. These "washouts" are painful, but they are usually what clear the path for the next real cycle.

What’s your strategy right now? Are you "buying the blood" or waiting for BTC to reclaim $75k before jumping back in? Let's chat below! 👇

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