Bitcoin traders 'excess loss-realization' may push BTC price below $44K

CoinTelegraph

by Yashu Gola

February 24, 2026

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Bitcoin traders are currently experiencing loss-driven selling for the first time since 2022, which could potentially push Bitcoin's (BTC) price below $44K. This trend has historically been a significant indicator of market corrections, as seen in 2018 and 2022 when similar signals led to substantial drops of 50% and 25%, respectively. The ongoing price correction may deepen further in the coming weeks, with such selling patterns often persisting for six months or more. Loss-driven selling occurs when traders are forced to liquidate their positions at a loss, typically due to margin

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Originally published on CoinTelegraph on 2/24/2026