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Ethereum Price Plummets as Major Holders Liquidate Positions

February 7, 2026, 06:01 PM157 words6 sourcesAI-Generated · Reviewed by editorial team
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Ethereum Price Plummets as Major Holders Liquidate Positions

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Ethereum is experiencing significant downward pressure as large holders, notably Trend Research, aggressively liquidate their positions following recent market declines. Trend Research, facing substantial losses – exceeding $747 million – due to leveraged trading strategies, transferred over $1.8 billion worth of ETH to Binance to cover debts. This sell-off, coupled with reports of Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin’s sales, has contributed to a 37% year-to-date loss for ETH and a 55% decline over the past four months. On-chain data reveals critical liquidation zones between $1,000 and $1,700, potentially amplifying further price drops. While some view the dip as a buying opportunity, the prevailing sentiment is bearish, with experts divided on the duration of the current 'crypto winter'. Despite a record $10 billion daily volume for BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, indicating continued institutional interest in crypto, the broader market remains uncertain, with investors also exploring alternative investments like AI. The market is bracing for potential support levels around $1,600-$1,750.

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