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- Large SHIB inflows to exchanges increase the probability of short-term downside.
- Strategy’s stock rally is forcing short sellers to cover, fueling a squeeze.
- Crypto markets are fragmenting, with institutional assets outperforming meme coins.
Crypto markets are sending mixed signals this week. On-chain data shows mounting sell pressure for Shiba Inu (SHIB), while on the equities side, investors betting against Strategy are absorbing billions in paper losses as Bitcoin-linked assets rebound. Together, these moves highlight how sentiment is diverging across different corners of the crypto ecosystem.
SHIB Liquidity Surge Raises Downside Risk
Blockchain analytics platforms including CryptoQuant and U.Today report that roughly 549 billion SHIB tokens moved into exchange wallets within 24 hours. Historically, rising exchange reserves suggest holders are preparing to sell rather than accumulate.
Part of the inflow appears tied to large dormant wallets reactivating. One whale reportedly shifted holdings to Bitget, echoing similar transfers to Kraken earlier this month that preceded consolidation phases.
Technically, SHIB remains fragile. Price is hovering near key support around $0.0000060, while intraday charts show a developing death cross. Data from TradingView suggests momentum still favors sellers, though oversold indicators could produce short-term relief. Without renewed demand, however, the growing supply on exchanges increases the risk of a breakdown to new yearly lows.
Strategy Rally Triggers Painful Short Squeeze
While meme coins struggle, institutional crypto exposure is telling a different story. Shares of Strategy — effectively a leveraged Bitcoin proxy — have rebounded sharply alongside Bitcoin’s recovery. The stock’s move toward $135 has inflicted estimated paper losses exceeding $3.3 billion on short sellers.
With roughly 14% of its float sold short, Strategy has become one of the most crowded bearish trades among large-cap U.S. equities. As prices rise, short sellers are being forced to repurchase shares to close positions, accelerating the rally in classic squeeze dynamics.
Chairman Michael Saylor continues signaling long-term conviction, emphasizing ongoing capital raises and accumulation strategies that support the firm’s Bitcoin-heavy balance sheet.
Diverging Signals Across Crypto Markets
The contrast between SHIB’s rising sell pressure and Strategy’s squeeze-driven rebound highlights a broader divide. Retail-driven meme assets are showing signs of exhaustion, while institutional Bitcoin-linked exposure is attracting renewed demand.
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If SHIB loses its key support zone, downside momentum could accelerate. Meanwhile, a break above Strategy’s resistance levels could extend its rally and intensify pressure on remaining short sellers.
For investors, the message is clear: crypto sentiment is no longer moving in unison, and asset-specific narratives are increasingly driving market direction.
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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