Deep Dive
1. Post-Listing Volatility & Profit-Taking (Bearish Impact)
Overview: MIRA debuted on Binance and OrangeX on 26 September, with spot and perpetual trading launching simultaneously. Initial excitement faded as traders locked in gains, exacerbated by a -67.47% drop in 24h trading volume to $614M, signaling reduced buy-side interest.
What this means: New listings often trigger “sell the news” behavior, especially when paired with airdrops. The lack of sustained volume after the listing suggests weak conviction among new buyers.
What to look out for: Stabilization in trading volume and whether MIRA holds the $1.10–$1.15 range, a psychological support zone.
Overview: Binance allocated 20M MIRA tokens (2% of total supply) to BNB holders via its HODLer Airdrop program, with claims starting on 26 September. Historically, airdrop recipients often sell tokens immediately to secure profits, particularly in volatile markets.
What this means: With only 19.12% of MIRA’s supply circulating, even modest selling from airdrop claimants can disproportionately impact prices. The timing aligns perfectly with the 24h price decline.
What to look out for: On-chain data tracking airdrop recipient wallets for further sell-offs.
3. Technical Breakdown (Bearish Impact)
Overview: MIRA broke below the $1.20 support level highlighted by traders (@genius_sirenBSC), accelerating the downtrend. The pivot point at $1.31 now acts as resistance, while the current price ($1.17) tests lower liquidity zones.
What this means: Technical traders often exit positions when key levels fail, creating a self-reinforcing cycle. The lack of bullish divergence in RSI or moving averages (data unavailable) leaves little incentive for contrarian bets.
What to look out for: A close above $1.20 to invalidate the bearish structure, or a drop below $1.10 signaling extended losses.
Conclusion
MIRA’s decline reflects a combination of profit-taking after exchange listings, airdrop-driven sell pressure, and technical breakdowns. The token’s high-risk profile (per BTCC) and low circulating supply magnify volatility.
Key watch: Can MIRA stabilize above $1.10, or will unlocking events (e.g., core contributor tokens vesting in 2028) further dampen sentiment? Monitor exchange inflows and developer updates for directional cues.