Bitcoin is flashing a warning near $78,000: is the market missing it?

Cryptocurrency prices moved lower on Thursday as Bitcoin (BTC) retreated to test support near $78,000. Major altcoins followed the market leader, with Ethereum (ETH) slipping toward $2,470 and XRP declining to approximately $1.37. Despite the broad pullback, investor appetite for risk remains relatively strong. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index rose to 70 from 66, keeping market sentiment firmly in “Greed” territory. Sustained optimism could support another breakout, although macroeconomic and geopolitical risks may fuel near-term volatility. Bitcoin consolidation signals a lasting market repricing Bitcoin has traded within a relatively narrow range over the past two weeks while repeatedly defending support near $77,000.