Thielen notes that ETFs bought $54B of Bitcoin at an average price of $90k, meaning they are currently underwater by ~$10B. He identifies a "liquidity trap" at $87k and notes a lack of buying support. When institutional ETF holders are underwater and hedge funds face redemptions (lagged effect from Q4), selling pressure intensifies. Without a liquidity floor, the price naturally seeks the next major support level. SHORT/AVOID until the price resets to the $40,000โ$50,000 range. The Federal Reserve (specifically Kevin Warsh) could pivot to a dovish stance unexpectedly, triggering a rally.
Thielen notes that ETFs bought $54B of Bitcoin at an average price of $90k, meaning they are currently underwater by ~$10B. He identifies a "liquidity trap" at $87k and notes a lack of buying support. When institutional ETF holders are underwater and hedge funds face redemptions (lagged effect from Q4), selling pressure intensifies. Without a liquidity floor, the price naturally seeks the next major support level. SHORT/AVOID until the price resets to the $40,000โ$50,000 range. The Federal Reserve (specifically Kevin Warsh) could pivot to a dovish stance unexpectedly, triggering a rally.