Back in mid-December 2025, I noticed the sentiment across the crypto community was heavily bearish—most traders were positioning short across multiple timeframes. This bearish momentum continued through late December (around the 17th, 19th, and 22nd), with aggressive short positions still dominating the market. What we're witnessing now appears to be a potential liquidity sweep targeting the upside. This pattern is classic in volatile markets: after extended shorting pressure, sudden rallies can trigger stop-losses and liquidations as prices move against crowded positions. Bitcoin and LUNC have shown particular sensitivity to these dynamics, making them prime candidates for observing such liquidity events. The key is tracking whether this upside move holds or merely represents a temporary shake-out before continuing the broader trend.