#MarketTurbulence In crypto, market turbulence means intense price swings, sudden liquidity drops, and rapid shifts in trader sentiment — usually more extreme than in traditional markets because crypto trades 24/7 and is less regulated.

Main causes of crypto turbulence

Bitcoin dominance shifts → When BTC suddenly pumps or dumps, altcoins can move even harder.

Regulatory shocks → SEC lawsuits, exchange bans, or new laws can cause panic.

Leverage wipeouts → High leverage in futures markets can trigger cascading liquidations.

Whale activity → Large wallet movements to exchanges often signal big sell-offs or pumps.

Macro events → Fed rate decisions, global stock market crashes, or currency devaluations spill over into crypto.

Signs it’s happening right now

Volatility index (BVOL) spiking

Funding rates flipping rapidly

Large wicks on candles in short timeframes

Social media sentiment turning extreme (FOMO or fear)

📌 In turbulent crypto markets, traders often reduce position sizes, hedge with stablecoins, or switch to short-term scalping strategies until conditions calm down.