The addition of over 1.8 billion shib to exchanges in 24 hours signals significant distribution and increased selling pressure, impacting an already 'structurally weak' asset.
The analysis is based on concrete on-chain metrics (netflows, exchange reserves, active addresses) and technical indicators (emas, rsi, volume) which provide a data-driven perspective.
Massive exchange inflows, growing reserves, and positive netflows indicate distribution, increasing selling pressure. shib remains structurally weak, trading below key emas, with volume spikes correlating with sell-side activity, suggesting a high risk of further downside.
The structural weakness, consistent distribution, and lack of strong bullish signals suggest a sustained bearish pressure that will persist in the medium to long term, even if short-term 'dead cat bounces' occur without structural confirmation.
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