Bitcoin drops below $84,000 support, hits $81,000 amid $1.6B long liquidations

On Thursday, Bitcoin slid beneath the $84,000 support that had held since mid‑November 2025, reaching $81,000 as long liquidations totaled about $1.6 billion. On January 30, 2026, the Crypto Fear and Greed Index printed 16, reflecting extreme fear. Analysts highlight the 200‑week SMA near $57,974 and, in a worst case, targets down to $50,000.