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Story: Bitcoin’s User Drop Signals Warning at $100K: What’s Next for BTC

By Evie Vavasseur

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Bitcoin’s price hovered stubbornly above the $100,000 mark on July 7, 2025, yet a subtle warning is flashing for investors.

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One of the most surprising developments has been the sharp drop in Binance Funding Rates despite Bitcoin’s strong price.

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This surge in short positions creates a delicate balance. On one hand, crowded shorts can lead to a short squeeze — a rapid price spike caused by forced liquidations when shorts…

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While this tug-of-war unfolds, Bitcoin’s underlying network data paints a more concerning picture. On-chain activity metrics have shown a clear decline.

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A decrease in transaction volume and new user growth often reflects caution or fatigue among retail investors, especially when prices remain elevated.

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Adding to the complexity is Bitcoin’s Stock-to-Flow (S2F) ratio—a popular scarcity metric. This ratio compares the total supply of Bitcoin to the amount produced annually.

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Further evidence of this disconnect comes from the Network Value to Transactions (NVT) Ratio with circulation, which recently climbed to 1,527—its highest in over a year.

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Despite these mixed signals, Bitcoin holders remain surprisingly steadfast. On July 7 alone, approximately $30.

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However, this steadfastness is being tested by the conflicting messages from market metrics.

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In essence, Bitcoin sits at a critical juncture. The short squeeze potential is real and could push prices even higher in the near term.

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For traders and investors, this means caution is warranted. The current price stability above $100K masks an underlying fragility in the network’s health and market sentiment.

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