Bitcoin Tests $82K Support as Whale Transactions Fall 87%

Bitcoin is approaching a critical support level at $82,045 as large-holder activity contracts sharply. Whale transactions exceeding $1 million have dropped from over 2,400 daily in October to approximately 300 currently, according to blockchain data. More than 825,000 BTC were accumulated near the $82,045 threshold, forming the strongest remaining support band. The global cryptocurrency market capitalization has fallen below $3 trillion, with the Fear & Greed Index at 15 indicating extreme fear.