Crypto Market Selloff: Macro CPI Shock, Whale Dumps, Semis Weak
A hotter-than-expected US CPI print triggered a risk-off move across crypto and equities, with BTC dropping to ~$80,854 and ETH to ~$2,358. On-chain, Hut 8 appears to be selling $130M in BTC and a whale dumped $15.25M in SOL.
What we know
An account on X explained the selloff as macro-driven: hot CPI revived rate hike fears, hitting crypto hard (BTC -3%, ETH -6%) with Asian equities also taking damage (Kospi -7.6%, Nikkei -4.8%). Another account on X flagged Hut 8 depositing 1,589 BTC ($130M) into exchanges — a potential distribution signal. Another account on X also caught whale Hamr4x dumping 145,010 SOL ($15.25M). Another account on X argued semiconductors haven't bottomed yet — needing another 5–7% to reach the 200SMA. Another account on X noted 10-year Treasuries at 5.06%, oil at $97.38, gold near $4,154, with markets awaiting Fed Chair Warsh's remarks.
How the story developed
A hotter-than-expected US CPI print triggered a risk-off move across crypto and equities, with BTC dropping to ~$80,854 and ETH to ~$2,358. On-chain, Hut 8 appears to be selling $130M in BTC and a whale dumped $15.25M in SOL.
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By the Global Eye 24 desk, with AI assistance. Updated as the story develops. Spot an error? Write to corrections@globaleye24.com.