Bitcoin Surges Over $61K: $23M in Shorts Liquidated Amid Market Madness!
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Bitcoin Surges Over $61K: $23M in Shorts Liquidated Amid Market Madness!

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Summary:

  • Bitcoin's price surged to $61,600, recovering from a weekend dip.

  • 2.9% increase against the U.S. dollar, with a seven-day gain of 6.9%.

  • $23.49 million in Bitcoin short positions liquidated.

  • Overall market rose by 2.16%, reaching $2.14 trillion.

  • Total of 34,933 traders saw $108.13 million in positions evaporate.

On Tuesday, Bitcoin's price soared to $61,600, recovering from a weekend dip below $60,000. This marks a 2.9% increase against the U.S. dollar and a seven-day gain of 6.9%.

Crypto Chaos: Bitcoin Soars, Derivatives Traders Scramble

After briefly dipping below $60,000, Bitcoin has rebounded, climbing back above that crucial threshold on Tuesday afternoon. At 1:15 p.m. EDT, BTC peaked at $61,600.

Bitcoin Price Surge

Currently, Bitcoin is fluctuating around the $61K level, with bulls aiming to break through the resistance near $62K, where it last traded before the weekend's downturn.

The cryptocurrency market overall saw a rise of 2.16%, reaching a total valuation of $2.14 trillion. Ethereum (ETH) also saw a slight increase of 1.6%, but Bitcoin led the gains among the top ten cryptocurrencies. Notably, $23.49 million in Bitcoin short positions were liquidated, along with $12.52 million in long positions.

In the same timeframe, Ethereum experienced $15.04 million in long positions and $13.85 million in shorts being wiped out. In total, 34,933 traders faced a staggering $108.13 million in liquidated positions within just 24 hours.

What are your thoughts on Bitcoin's rapid rise past $61K? Share your opinions in the comments below!

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