Bitcoin: Why BTC’s road to $100K may rely on leverage, not demand
Bitcoin's recent price momentum is primarily driven by leverage rather than organic spot demand. A significant short squeeze, the largest since October 2025, forced traders to cover bearish positions, pushing BTC toward the $100,000 mark. While long-term holder (OG) selling has slowed, reducing overhead supply, whales are hedging by closing longs and opening shorts, signaling caution. In contrast, retail traders are adding leveraged longs, creating a divergence that increases downside risk. The article concludes that without genuine spot demand replacing leverage, the rally remains fragile and vulnerable to a sharp corrective reset.
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