Bitcoin sell-side risk returns to rare lows as $80K sellers fade from view

Bitcoin investors showed limited evidence of panic selling as BTC retained most of its August gains, according to data cited by Cointelegraph. The data indicated that sell-side risk had fallen to rare lows, suggesting reduced pressure from sellers in the market. Activity from traders looking to sell around the $80,000 level also appeared to have faded from view. The latest reading points to a market with less visible downside selling pressure than during periods of heavier distribution. However, the available data does not establish how long the lower sell-side risk may last or indicate the direction of Bitcoin’s next move. For BTC market participants, the key development is the combination of sustained August gains and the absence of clear panic-selling signals. Cointelegraph reported the findings on September 10, 2026.