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Strikingly, the current climate reflects a lack of engagement among retail investors compared to prior bull markets. There's an observable divergence between Bitcoin's price movement and retail interest as indicated by Google Trends data. Many individuals feel financially stretched due to inflation and other economic pressures, which may further inhibit their ability to invest in Bitcoin. This consumer reluctance suggests that when retail interest returns, it typically generates a frenzy that can lead to dramatic price hikes—an essential trigger factor in the market's historical behavior.