Asia Leads Bitcoin’s Comeback as U.S. Demand Lags

According to a new report shared by CryptoQuant, Bitcoin’s latest rebound is being driven by aggressive Asian demand while U.S. participation remains muted.

Bitcoin is currently trading around $68,800, up 7% in the past 24 hours, after bouncing from the $63,000 region. While the move may look like a typical relief rally, on-chain data suggests something more meaningful is happening beneath the surface.

2,205 BTC Withdrawn – Real Accumulation Returns

One of the most notable signals is Binance’s netflow. Over the past day, 2,205 BTC were withdrawn from the exchange, more than three times the 30-day daily average of +696 BTC.

Exchange outflows typically indicate accumulation, as coins leaving trading platforms reduce immediate sell-side liquidity. This suggests buyers are not just speculating, they are removing BTC from circulation.

This comes after a brutal -28.8% correction from $89,121 to $63,000, a move that was heavily influenced by whale selling. Over the past 30 days, whales sent approximately $8.74 billion worth of BTC to Binance, driving the decline.

Now, the dynamic appears to be shifting.

Asia Sets the Tone

The Korea Premium currently sits at 2.06, meaning Bitcoin is trading about 2% higher on Korean exchanges compared to global prices. A positive Korea Premium historically signals strong localized demand from Asian retail and traders.

In contrast, the Coinbase Premium remains slightly negative at -0.05, indicating relatively weak U.S. spot demand. This divergence highlights a clear regional imbalance: Asia is bidding aggressively, while the U.S. appears cautious.

Institutions Still Buying

Adding another layer to the picture, U.S. Bitcoin ETFs recorded $258 million in inflows, suggesting institutional buyers are stepping in, even as retail participation looks hesitant.

This combination of whale withdrawals, ETF inflows, and strong Korean demand suggests the current rally has tangible backing, not just derivatives-driven momentum.

Impulse, Not Yet a Reversal

Despite the encouraging signs, the broader technical structure still reflects a correction phase. Bear markets often produce sharp rallies, and while the move from $63K to $68K is supported by real accumulation, it does not yet confirm a full structural reversal.

For now, the market appears to be in a localized strength phase led by Asia.

The Bigger Picture

• Whales previously drove the market down by sending $8.74B to exchanges.
• Buyers have absorbed that supply and are now withdrawing coins.
• Asia is showing strong demand.
• U.S. spot demand remains subdued.

If U.S. buyers begin to participate more aggressively alongside Asian demand, the current recovery could accelerate significantly.

For now, Bitcoin is rising, and this time, the backing looks real.

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