Leon Huang Exits Bitcoin Position Amid Tight Margin on Ethereum Long
Leon Huang closed a losing Bitcoin trade and adjusted his Ethereum long amid mounting pressure, with liquidation risk just 0.73% away from current price.
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Whale Resumes Bearish Bet: $161 Million Short on Bitcoin
On January 20, a whale opened a $161 million short position on Bitcoin with 20x leverage at $91,089. The address has consistently bet against major cryptocurrencies during recent rallies, previously becoming the largest BTC short holder on Hyperliquid.
Read MoreOver $160 Million Liquidated Across Markets in 4 Hours, Long Positions Take the Brunt
Data shows $160 million in liquidations across markets in the last 4 hours, with long positions losing $154 million. BTC and ETH led the losses.
Read MoreU.S. 10-Year Treasury Yield Surges Past 4.26%, Hits One-Year High Amid Market Volatility
The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield reached 4.267%, the highest since September 2023, driven by persistent inflation concerns and shifting Fed expectations, impacting global financial markets.
Read MoreBitcoin Drop Wipes Out $4M on Whale's Leveraged Long, Sparking Risk Debate
On January 20, a major investor lost over $4 million on a leveraged Bitcoin long as price dropped below $92k. The move followed a recent ETH position exit, highlighting risks in high-leverage trading during volatile markets.
Read MoreX Platform Open-Sources Recommendation Algorithm, Musk Pledges Ongoing Upgrades
X opensourced its core recommendation algorithm using advanced Transformer architecture. Musk emphasizes transparency, pledging monthly updates and real-time improvements, marking a bold move toward algorithmic accountability in social media.
Read MoreTrump Threatens 200% Tariff on French Wine: Trade Tensions Escalate
Trump proposes a 200% tariff on French wine and champagne, escalating U.S.-EU trade tensions. The move could disrupt global alcohol trade and draw retaliation from France.
Read MoreHyperlend Unveils HPL Token Launch, Redefining Decentralized Lending
Hyperlend announces upcoming TGE for its HPL token, marking a new phase in decentralized finance. Post-launch staking and locking features will follow, with token distribution prioritizing ecosystem growth and long-term sustainability.
Read MoreNew Wallet Withdraws 8,551 ZEC Worth Over $3.1M in Major On-Chain Move
A newly created wallet withdrew 8,551 ZEC worth approximately $3.12 million from Binance, sparking market attention. The move suggests potential institutional activity or strategic asset positioning within the Zcash ecosystem.
Read MoreWhale's Bold Move: Shorting 56.68 BTC with 40x Leverage Amid Market Downturn
On January 20, a crypto whale shorted 56.68 BTC with 40x leverage at an average price of $92,045.3, worth around $5.21 million. The trader, mostly bullish in the past, has recently turned bearish.
Read MoreLegendary Trader Bets Big on Bitcoin with 40x Leverage, Sparks Market Frenzy
A seasoned trader opened a massive long position on Bitcoin with 40x leverage, averaging $91,675 across 24.53 BTC. Despite a minor paper loss, their track record shows 184 profitable trades out of 188, amassing $348.7K in gains—drawing intense market attention.
Read MoreNew Wallet Withdraws 8,551 ZEC Worth Over $3.1M, Sparking Market Attention
On January 20, a newly created wallet withdrew 8,551 ZEC worth ~$3.12M from Binance. The significant movement has drawn market attention, signaling possible shifts in investor behavior and short-term price impact for ZEC.
Read MoreGold Price Surges to New High, Nears $4700 Milestone
Spot gold prices hit a record high of $4,691.6 per ounce, approaching the $4,700 mark as demand for gold remains strong in global markets.
Read MoreEthereum Security Alert: Makina Platform Hacked, Over $4M in ETH Lost
Makina suffered a major exploit with 1,299 ETH stolen, valued at $4.13M. The attacker's transaction was frontrun by an MEV builder, revealing growing risks in Ethereum's decentralized infrastructure.
Read MoreOn-Chain Whale's Bearish Bet on Gold Backfires with Nearly $480K Loss per Token
A prominent on-chain trader faces heavy paper losses on leveraged PAXG short positions as gold prices rebound. Despite this, bearish bets on Bitcoin and major altcoins keep the portfolio in overall profit, revealing a high-risk, diversified strategy.
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