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Bitcoin, ether and XRP selloff wipes out $1.5 billion in leveraged crypto bets
Publication: CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
Author: Shaurya Malwa
Source published: 30/10/2026, 06:22:00 UTC
Briefing created: 30/10/2026, 06:26:13 UTC
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Briefings
A recent market event saw significant losses in leveraged cryptocurrency positions, specifically targeting Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP. The majority of forced closures were driven by bets on price increases, with Binance managing nearly half of the total closures. A subsequent market rebound has begun to support short sellers. This event represents a notable decline in leveraged trading activity during the specified period.
Key points
- Forced closures on leveraged crypto positions accounted for nearly 84% of the event, with Binance handling almost half of the total closures.
- The event specifically targeted Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP, resulting in a $1.5 billion loss in leveraged bets.
Context
Leveraged crypto positions were heavily concentrated on major assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP, leading to significant forced closures. The event highlights the volatility and risk associated with leveraged trading strategies in the cryptocurrency market.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to a single sentence describing the event. Specific dates for the initial crash and the start of the rebound are not provided. The source does not specify the exact time period of the event or the duration of the rebound.
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