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CryptoMediumUpdated•Originally published 23 February 2026•Updated 23 February 2026•

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Bitcoin Liquidations Hit Late Buyers Hard as Fear Index Reaches Historic Lows

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Key Facts

1Bitcoin price plunged over $3,000 within a two-hour window.

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What changed: Updated the story to include details on losses suffered by late buyers and on-chain evidence of forced liquidations and capital movement.

Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a rapid flash crash, losing over $3,000 in value within a two-hour window and erasing all gains from the recent weekend. This sharp retracement inflicted heavy losses on late buyers, while on-chain data confirms significant capital movement as positions were forced into closure. Consequently, the Crypto Fear and Greed Index has plummeted to historic lows, signaling extreme caution and panic among market participants. Analysts are closely monitoring key support levels following a wave of liquidations that also pressured ETH/USD and crypto-linked stocks like MARA. The intense selling pressure highlights a shift in market sentiment as volatility returns to the forefront of the digital asset space.