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BTC buying pressure has dried up, and the 200-week moving average support is in danger

Zhitong
Aug 14, 2026 at 12:44 AM
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Rekt Capital pointed out that the buying momentum for Bitcoin in August was significantly weaker than in July, leading to a weakening of the key support function of the 200-week simple moving average. Market sentiment has shifted from rebound to wait-and-see. If there is a lack of strong buying, BTC faces the risk of falling below this moving average and continuing to decline, with short-term trends expected to remain volatile

According to Woofun AI, Rekt Capital has issued a core warning that Bitcoin's buying momentum significantly weakened in August, leading to a shake in the key support level of the 200-week simple moving average.

Looking back at historical comparisons, there was strong buying pressure near the 200-week moving average in July, which helped the price achieve a limited rebound. However, the prediction made six weeks ago has been validated: analysts at that time expected the moving average to provide only short-term support in July and trigger a slight rebound, while warning of the risk of a mid-term breakdown. Last month (referring to July), Bitcoin confirmed support, but this month (referring to August) lacks clear buying support. Woofun AI's organized data shows that market sentiment has shifted from rebound to wait-and-see, with the effectiveness of support significantly declining.

From a technical perspective, the 200-week moving average is a cyclical bottom indicator that long-term holders pay attention to, often serving as an accumulation area during bear markets. Prices above this line indicate bullish sentiment, while a drop below releases bearish pressure. The current lack of strong buying means that once the support is broken, Bitcoin will face the risk of continued decline. This moving average represents the average cost for long-term investors, and a breakout could trigger selling pressure, while a strong rebound would suggest an entry opportunity.

The impact of macro regulation is profound, with macroeconomic factors and regulatory dynamics continuously shaping market sentiment. Until clear signals emerge, Bitcoin's trend will maintain a volatile state, with the 200-week moving average highlighting market vulnerability. In the coming weeks, the return of buying willingness or a breakthrough of the support level will determine the direction, marking a critical choice for the market following the rebound in July

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