5 Reasons Why the Crypto Crash Is Already Underway
The signs are all here. $ Bitcoin is losing momentum, altcoins are bleeding, and BlackRock along with Wall Street whales are quietly exiting. While retail still believes in “to the moon” narratives, the market is already shifting into the final stage of the cycle. Let’s break down the 5 biggest reasons why the crypto crash is underway.
1. BlackRock and Whales Are Selling
The exit has already started. BlackRock isn’t just buying anymore — they’ve begun daily selling, unloading positions onto retail. This is how every cycle ends: whales don’t announce the top, they simply rotate out slowly while retail keeps buying.

2. Smart Money Has Left the Table
The traders who made life-changing gains have already rotated into stablecoins like $USDT. They’ve secured profits and left the market, leaving retail investors as the exit liquidity. By the time most realize it, the door will already be closed.
3. Classic Cycle Top Indicators Are Flashing
The signals are impossible to ignore:
- Bitcoin trading volume is dropping
- Altcoins are failing to follow BTC pumps
- Funding rates are extremely positive
- On-chain wallets are moving coins to exchanges
Every one of these indicators points to a market top.
4. The Retail Trap Is Wide Open
Narratives at the peak are louder than ever:
- “Bitcoin to $500K”
- “Altcoins 100x next month”
- “ETF inflows never stop”
This is exit liquidity marketing. Retail is sold the dream exactly when whales are selling their bags.
5. Altcoins Will Get Wiped Out
History repeats itself every cycle:
- When Bitcoin stalls → alts bleed
- When Bitcoin dumps → alts collapse
Majors typically lose -50%, while small caps fall -90%. It’s the same brutal script, and it’s already starting to play out.
How to Survive the Crash
Don’t wait for the perfect top. Scale out, sell into strength, and rotate profits into stablecoins like $USDT or $USDC. Hold dry powder for the crash and re-enter when fear dominates, not greed.
Disclaimer: The content of this article solely reflects the author's opinion and does not represent the platform in any capacity. This article is not intended to serve as a reference for making investment decisions.
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