Bitcoin Coinbase Premium turns negative as BTC price drops, weekly losses top $829M

Bitcoin price followed weakening US spot market demand as the Coinbase Premium Index turned negative for the first time in three weeks.

Bitcoin’s (BTC) Coinbase Premium Index has turned negative at -0.008 for the first time in three weeks, signaling a sharp reduction in US spot market demand and aligning with BTC’s current price drop. The signal held across hourly readings through the next 48 hours, showing consistent selling pressure from US-based buyers. The shift comes as the net weekly average of BTC realized losses climbed to $829 million, suggesting reduced investor conviction. 

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