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Goldman’s Entry vs. Retail’s "Going to Zero" Panic

By CoinIdol
Feb 19, 2026
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The market is currently witnessing the greatest psychological divide in Bitcoin’s history.

This price action has triggered a massive retail exodus, with Google Trends reporting that searches for the phrase "Bitcoin going to zero" have hit a perfect score of 100/100—the highest level of public fear recorded in over three and a half years. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index has bottomed out at 11 (Extreme Fear), signaling a total collapse in small-investor confidence.

However, the "Boardroom Reality" tells a different story. At the World Liberty Financial Forum in Mar-a-Lago today, Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon made a rare public admission, disclosing that he now personally holds a "small amount of Bitcoin." This follows a week where $169 million in leveraged long positions were liquidated, effectively flushing out the remaining weak hands from the market.

While retail investors are bracing for a total crash, traditional finance giants are using the $66,000 support level as a strategic entry point. The current volatility isn't just a price correction; it’s a massive transfer of wealth. As the public searches for an exit, the "Smart Money" is quietly building the infrastructure for the next cycle, betting that the current extreme fear is actually the ultimate long-term buy signal for those with a multi-year horizon.

Disclaimer. This analysis and forecast are the personal opinions of the author. The data provided is collected by the author and is not sponsored by any company or token developer. This is not a recommendation to buy or sell cryptocurrency and should not be viewed as an endorsement by Coinidol.com. Readers should do their research before investing in funds.

AuthorTomas Duda
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