Whale selling is creating short-term pressure near $90K, but this looks like profit-taking, not a trend reversal a dip toward $80K could be a healthy reset.

Large Bitcoin holders with 10,000 to 100,000 BTC have sold 36,500 BTC since early December, totaling around $3.37 billion. This increased whale selling pressure, up more than 130% during the first half of the month, has contributed to Bitcoin's struggle to break above $90,000 despite institutional interest. Market analysts warn this distribution may lead to a price test near $80,400, especially if exchange inflows spike, signaling possible further sell-offs.