Bitcoin’s surge to $28K leads to $114M in liquidations in 24 hours

10/02/2023 20:41
Bitcoin’s surge to $28K leads to $114M in liquidations in 24 hours

Bitcoin's climb to $28,000 caused $114 million in liquidations over the past 24 hours, with 85% of them being shorts.

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Bitcoin's ascent stuns short sellers causing over $97 million in liquidations in a day.

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Updated: October 2, 2023 at 2:43 pm

Bitcoin’s surge to $28K leads to $114M in liquidations in 24 hours

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In just 24 hours, a significant shakeup in the crypto market led to $114.92 million in liquidations, mostly in short positions. Major exchanges like OKX, Binance, and Huobi were hardest hit, but why? Bitcoin was the major player in these liquidations, but the tables are turning. After languishing below $27,000 for over a month, Bitcoin is making a surprising move, aiming for the $28,000 mark... Is this a fluke or the start of a trend? With traders becoming increasingly optimistic, the market is showing a shift in sentiment... But will it last?

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