Bitcoin News Update: Undefeated Crypto Whale Faces Initial Setback, Highlighting Dangers of Leverage in Unstable Markets
- A "100% win rate" crypto whale suffered its first loss, liquidating a $2.5B BTC long at a $12.68M loss amid market volatility. - The whale now holds 10x leveraged ETH and SOL positions, while other whales scale BTC/ETH longs or open large ETH shorts via 25x leverage. - 24-hour price swings erased $600M in leveraged positions, with Bitcoin's long/short ratio stabilizing but "fragile sentiment" persisting. - Altcoin whales show divergent strategies, including a HYPE insider boosting 5x leveraged longs desp
A well-known crypto whale, previously recognized for an unbroken streak of successful trades, has experienced its first significant setback by closing a $2.507 billion long
This liquidation highlights the vulnerability of leveraged trades in unpredictable markets. Although the
 
 
    Bearish sentiment has also surfaced, with one whale depositing $5.058 million in
Market instability has led to widespread liquidations. In the last 24 hours, Bitcoin’s price fluctuated between $107,000 and $113,000, resulting in $600 million in leveraged positions being wiped out, with $355 million in longs and $301 million in shorts closed, according to a
Yahoo Finance piece . Solana,Amidst the volatility, altcoin trading reveals a variety of strategies. A whale suspected of having insider knowledge about a HYPE listing increased its $50 million HYPE long position (with 5x leverage) and added more exposure to
The crypto market continues to be a high-risk environment for large investors, with leverage intensifying both gains and losses. Some traders are increasing their bullish bets, while others are hedging against declines, illustrating a market still dealing with economic pressures and regulatory ambiguity. As volatility endures, the decisions of these major players are likely to keep influencing short-term price movements.
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