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- $811M USDC left centralized exchanges in 24 hours.
- Bitcoin fell to $108K, Ethereum to $4,200 amid bearish consolidation.
- Withdrawals may reflect DeFi growth or institutional accumulation.
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The cryptocurrency market has entered a turbulent phase over the past two weeks, with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and major altcoins posting notable declines. Global crypto market capitalization dropped from $4.2 trillion on August 14 to $3.8 trillion, while investor sentiment fell sharply from 68 (bullish) to 42 (neutral), according to CoinMarketCap.
Bitcoin and Ethereum Face Pressure
Bitcoin (BTC) slipped to $108,000, while Ethereum (ETH) retraced to around $4,200, reflecting widespread risk-off behavior among traders. This bearish consolidation has caused many investors to reconsider their positions, sparking increased movement of stablecoins across centralized exchanges.
$811 Million USDC Pulled From Exchanges
Fresh data from CoinGlass shows that 811 million USDC left centralized exchanges in just 24 hours, with Coinbase alone recording $688 million in withdrawals. This marks a sharp reversal from mid-August, when USDC balances on exchanges surged from 3.2 billion to 12.3 billion, fueling BTC and ETH’s record-breaking rally.
Tether (USDT), the largest stablecoin, also recorded a significant $318 million outflow, highlighting broader caution across the market.
What Do Stablecoin Withdrawals Mean?
Typically, inflows of stablecoins like USDC into exchanges signal buying appetite, while outflows can reflect either caution or strategic repositioning. Yet, the latest withdrawals may not necessarily indicate fear.
Two potential bullish interpretations stand out:
- Increased DeFi Activity – DeFiLlama data shows total value locked (TVL) rising 0.9% to $152 billion, suggesting that investors could be rotating capital into decentralized finance platforms.
- Institutional Accumulation – Some outflows may reflect over-the-counter deals or treasury allocations, where institutions quietly prepare to accumulate Bitcoin, Ethereum, or altcoins.
Also Read: European Bitcoin Treasury Raises €126M, Launches With 1,000 BTC on Balance Sheet
While the crypto market has shed hundreds of billions in value, the USDC withdrawals may signal confidence rather than panic. With September often seen as a catalyst month for altseason, investors could be positioning ahead of a potential market rebound.
In short, the stablecoin moves reveal that beneath the surface of recent volatility, smart money may already be preparing for the next wave of growth.
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Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The author’s views are personal and may not reflect the views of Chain Affairs. Before making any investment decisions, you should always conduct your own research. Chain Affairs is not responsible for any financial losses
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