Bitcoin News Today: Bitcoin's Sell-Off Unveils a New Safe Haven: Real-World Asset Innovation Rises

Bitcoin's recent price movements have stirred considerable interest among investors and analysts, particularly as onchain data reveals widespread distribution activity among various BTC wallet cohorts. This distribution began after the sharp rebound triggered by the Jackson Hole symposium, which initially drove Bitcoin's price to $117,300 from $111,700. However, momentum quickly dissipated, and the price reversed over the weekend, retreating to $110,600. Onchain data highlights a bearish weekly engulfing candle, signaling potential downside vulnerability. The synchronized behavior of BTC wallet sizes underscores broad sell-side pressure, affecting price stability [1].

A detailed analysis by Glassnode shows that mid-size wallets, specifically those holding 10–100 BTC, have become net sellers after reaching $118,000. This behavior aligns with the broader distribution trend observed across all wallet categories. Additionally, the 100–1,000 BTC group is divided between accumulation and distribution around the key support zone of $105,000. The realized price data for one to three-month holders is at $111,900, while the three to six-month and 6–12 month groups are anchored much lower at $91,630 and $89,200, respectively [1].

The potential for a significant drop in Bitcoin's price is underscored by the lack of dense cost support between current levels and $90,000. If Bitcoin loses the $105,000 support level, this could accelerate downside momentum, forcing recent buyers to capitulate and leading to a potential drop toward $92,000–$89,000 [1]. Market analysts also note that the current pullback aligns with Bitcoin’s historical seasonal tendencies, particularly during the period of August to September, which has often marked a period of weakness due to Asia’s “ghost month” [1].

Corporate Bitcoin treasury strategies are gaining traction, as illustrated by the recent actions of Japanese firm Metaplanet, which announced the purchase of 103 BTC worth $11.7 million, bringing its total holdings to 18,991 BTC valued at roughly $2.2 billion. This strategic acquisition is part of Metaplanet's broader plan to accumulate 210,000 BTC. The company's inclusion in the FTSE Japan Index, which upgrades it from small-cap to mid-cap status, is a significant milestone for corporate Bitcoin treasury strategies [3]. The integration of Bitcoin-heavy companies into traditional equity indices presents new challenges for institutional investors, as large movements in Bitcoin prices could create unexpected volatility for passive investors [3].

Amid Bitcoin's volatility, the real-world asset (RWA) market is witnessing a surge in interest. Avalon X (AVLX), a real-estate backed presale project, is attracting attention for its potential as a tangible alternative to purely market-driven assets. Avalon X is tokenizing luxury properties into fractionalized blockchain investments and has a capped 2 billion AVLX token supply. Of this, 60% has been allocated to presale and ICO, with 15% to staking and rewards. Additionally, 7% of the supply is allocated to token burns, helping maintain the coin’s value [4].

Avalon X's unique approach includes offering real-world perks to investors, such as discounted stays at Avalon resorts and concierge services, as well as entries into luxury raffles. These incentives include a chance to win a townhouse in the exclusive Eco Valley development and a $1M token giveaway with 10 winners receiving $100,000 each in AVLX tokens. The project is currently in Stage 1 of its presale, providing early participants with the lowest possible entry point [4]. Analysts are highlighting Avalon X as a strategic hedge for whales looking to balance speculative wagers with stability and growth, offering a deflationary token model with real-world utility [6].

Bitcoin's role as a digital gold and Avalon X's role as a digital real estate token complement each other in offering diverse investment strategies. Bitcoin's appeal lies in its verifiable scarcity and macro hedge properties, while Avalon X provides leveraged real estate exposure through its tokenization model. This combination allows investors to preserve purchasing power with BTC’s fixed supply and global liquidity while capturing real-asset growth through AVLX’s exposure to tourism-backed property and tiered yield mechanics [5]. As corporate Bitcoin adoption continues to rise, the line between traditional equity investments and Bitcoin exposure is blurring, with more companies likely to announce Bitcoin treasury initiatives in the coming months [3].

The RWA tokenization market is poised for significant growth, with an estimated $16 trillion by 2030. Avalon X is leading this charge by leveraging Grupo Avalon’s advancements in the Dominican Republic, a fixed tokenomics structure, and lifestyle-backed rewards. These attributes provide a robust framework for investors seeking both stability and growth. The strategic inclusion of real-world benefits, such as discounted stays and staking income, positions Avalon X as a capital-efficient vehicle that aims to exceed returns of traditional REITs while remaining tied to actual assets [6].

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[1] Bitcoin holders 'distribute' as $105K becomes BTC's last stronghold (https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-holders-distribute-as-dollar105k-becomes-btc-s-last-stronghold)

[2] Ether slides to start the week after hitting a fresh record (https://www.cnbc.com/2025/08/24/crypto-market-today.html)

[3] Bitcoin price drops below $112000 as Metaplanet (https://bitcoinmagazine.com/markets/bitcoin-price-drops-below-112000-as-metaplanet-announces-to-buy-11-7m-worth-of-bitcoin)

[4] Avalon X draws interest amid rising focus on real-world (https://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/news/binary-news-network/avalon-x-draws-interest-amid-1183531562.html)

[5] Bitcoin Vs Avalon X: BTC Is Digital Gold, AVLX Is (https://bitcoinist.com/bitcoin-vs-avalon-x-btc-is-digital-gold-avlx-is-digital-real-estate-with-leverage/)

[6] XRP & PEPE Whales Flock to Avalon X as Real-World (https://coincentral.com/xrp-pepe-whales-flock-to-avalon-x-as-real-world-asset-demand-rises/)