Retail user contraction refers to a decrease in the number of individual, non-institutional participants engaging with cryptocurrency markets, decentralized applications, or blockchain networks. This trend is typically observed through metrics such as declining active wallet addresses, reduced transaction counts from smaller holders, or a drop in new user registrations on exchanges. It indicates a decrease in broader public interest or a withdrawal of smaller investors from the digital asset space. This often coincides with bearish market conditions.
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Crypto news frequently reports on retail user contraction during bear markets or periods of sustained price declines, often interpreting it as a sign of waning public enthusiasm or a flight to safety. Analysts examine these trends to understand market sentiment and predict potential bottoming phases or recovery periods. The return of retail users is often considered a key indicator for a renewed bull market.
Record TVL signals DeFi's structural shift to an institutional liquidity layer, creating a critical divergence from the retail application-layer user base.
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