Bitcoin Faces Market Decline: Fear Grips Social Media as Prices Dip and Outflows Continue

The recent market downturn has hit Bitcoin especially hard. The leading cryptocurrency by market cap is down approximately 26% from its all-time high.

This occurred right around Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 19. The price drop has sent an equal amount of concern and fear through social media. People are starting to wonder if Bitcoin is going to collapse and if it is even a viable investment anymore.

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1) @Bitcoin $BTC: Bitcoin is being frequently… pic.twitter.com/3bY2sIV8N4

— Santiment (@santimentfeed) March 10, 2025

Social Media Fear and the Capitulation Point

The sentiment on social media has become definitely bearish, with many saying that Bitcoin could very well fall under the $70K mark, just like in the discussions during the February 27 crash. In fact, the talk about Bitcoin hitting under $70K levels has hit its highest point since then, and it’s definitely signaling a more fearful set of social media traders and investors. With a more recent dip under $70K hitting Bitcoin, the mood has definitely shifted from pre-dip levels of optimism to a more cautious set of thinkers, with many now looking at and speculating on just how far from here the market might fall.

Social media is showing a massive level of fear, with Bitcoin being associated with sub-$70K levels at the highest rate since the Feb. 27 crash. The true capitulation point (and optimal buy spot) will be when low prices ($50K-$69K) are being predicted across social media with… pic.twitter.com/nSsMirtjAR

— Santiment (@santimentfeed) March 10, 2025

It is interesting to note that this narrative, driven by fear, may actually be a signal that the market is nearing its true capitulation point—the stage where most retail investors lose their nerve and sell off their holdings, leaving behind only the committed long-term believers in Bitcoin. Historically, such moments of capitulation have represented the optimal buying opportunity, as prices were at their lowest point before recovering.

What is observed all too often during downturns—people expressing extreme pessimism—is happening now in the crypto world. Some believe that Bitcoin (BTC) is about to take another major dip, while others think BTC can stabilize after already losing about two-thirds of its value at its December 2017 peak. It’s certainly a scary time.

Continued Outflows from Bitcoin Spot ETFs

Adding to Bitcoin’s current negative sentiment are the not-so-bubbling inflows from Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs). March 10 saw Bitcoin spot ETFs experience a net outflow of $369 million, extending a streak of six days of consecutive withdrawals. It’s significant because we’ve generally thought about Bitcoin spot ETFs as a relatively safe, mainstream vehicle for traditional investors to get exposure to the cryptocurrency market. But now the sustained outflow suggests that institutional investors would rather not tap into that particular vehicle at this time.

On March 10 (EST), Ethereum spot ETFs recorded a total net outflow of $37.527 million, marking the fourth consecutive day of net outflows.Meanwhile, Bitcoin spot ETFs saw a total net outflow of $369 million, extending their six-day streak of net outflows.https://t.co/59u0BnEqLG

— Wu Blockchain (@WuBlockchain) March 11, 2025

These outflows may also be seen as an expression of unconfidence in Bitcoin’s upcoming upward price moves. Historically, when there has been volatility in the Bitcoin price, the large investors (the same ones who are buying now) have been as likely to pull out as to put in. These outflows are seen by many as loosening the already tenuous hold that the market has on recent price levels and are increasing the probability that the market could be in for some more turbulence.

Bitcoin’s market value has recently declined, and its ETFs have seen a good bit of outflow. This doesn’t just concern Bitcoin investors; it also concerns a lot of folks who have been riding the recent ups and downs of the crypto market. From the ETF outflows (which are a little concerning) to the recent price stagnation (which is definitely concerning), a lot of investors are asking what happened to the upward trend Bitcoin had just a month or two ago.

Is This the Bottom or Just the Beginning?

Even though many may be feeling the market’s decline, long-term Bitcoin enthusiasts have no reason to change (or even hedge) their investment positions. The digital gold narrative—and, by extension, the safe-haven asset thesis—remains intact. Indeed, the current dip may be presenting Bitcoin holders with a chance to buy even more of the asset at discounted prices.

For those who entered the market in the last year or during the recent bull run, the drop in value is undoubtedly disheartening. The question now remains: Will Bitcoin find its footing at current price levels, or are further declines inevitable? With market sentiment predominantly bearish, investors are bracing for the possibility of renewed losses in the short term. But as history has shown, moments of maximum fear often mark the turning point in the market, and Bitcoin could be on the verge of another recovery.

Conclusion

Bitcoin is struggling in the market, but what has really got investors on edge is what has occurred with Bitcoin spot ETFs. They’ve seen the total payout essentially double since last summer. Thus, investors are looking for signs that the ETF-fueled influx is finished, and one of the big signs investors like to look for is the Bitcoin price. If the price of Bitcoin was capitulating, we could be in the early stages of finding a market bottom and the next potential recovery. Risk assessment is the order of the day for investors weighing what to do with Bitcoin.

Disclosure: This is not trading or investment advice. Always do your research before buying any cryptocurrency or investing in any services.

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