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Crypto Traders Are Hunting a $521 Million Bitcoin Whale—Here's Why Decrypt 17 Mar 2025

Crypto Traders Are Hunting a $521 Million Bitcoin Whale—Here's Why 🐋

A massive $521 million Bitcoin short position held by a trader on the platform Hyperliquid is drawing attention from other traders. These traders are attempting to force a liquidation, a move that could have significant implications for the market, potentially driving up Bitcoin prices as short positions are reversed.

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