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Bitcoin Use Soars Despite Bear Market, But Lack of Liquidity Threatens Further Price Declines

  • Bitcoin on-chain activity (HODLers, transactions) at all-time highs despite bear market
  • Median transaction value down 98.4% in 3 years, lowest since 2013
  • Inscriptions dominating Bitcoin network transaction activity
  • Global liquidity contraction slowing but still negative
  • Analyst says lack of liquidity means Bitcoin unlikely to go higher, likely lower
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