Bitcoin Plunge Triggers $1.8B Liquidations, Erases 2026 Gains
A sharp downturn in the cryptocurrency market led to $1.8 billion in liquidations within 48 hours. Bitcoin experienced a significant drop, wiping out its gains for the month. The overall crypto market shed $225 billion, with Bitcoin falling below $88,000. Analysts have attributed the market crash to factors such as a "sell America" trade and concerns related to the Japanese bond market. The development highlights the volatile nature of the cryptocurrency market and its susceptibility to macroeconomic factors.
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