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A 25% Weekly Surge: Bitcoin Breaks $79,000 Amid Mass Short Liquidation

Bitcoin surged above $79,000 on August 21, marking a 25% weekly gain. This rally was accompanied by massive liquidations of short positions exceeding $1.2 billion in 24 hours, catching bearish traders off guard. Several analysts provided technical perspectives. Crypto Candy noted Bitcoin quickly hit targets of $70,700 and $75,000 after breaking consolidation. While a short-term pullback is possible, maintaining momentum above $70,000 could drive prices toward $77,000 and $83,000. Trader Roman confirmed a prior forecast for a $75,000 move, citing bullish signals and a decade-long uptrend, though a minor correction is possible. Daan Crypto Trades highlighted Bitcoin's attempt to hold above key support and the weekly 200EMA. He emphasized the $73,000-$74,000 resistance zone; a sustained break above it would boost confidence for a move toward May's highs, pending a weekly close at or above current levels. Key levels identified are: $70,000 (bullish scenario support), $73,000-$74,000 (critical resistance), $79,000 (current peak), and $83,000 (next target). Analysts agree the $73K-$74K zone is crucial for further upside toward $80K-$83K, acknowledging potential for a short-term correction but noting the overall chart structure remains bullish. An AI-driven analysis compares the current surge to past events, suggesting such short-squeeze rallies can be short-lived impulses rather than definitive trend reversals. It questions whether the move reflects genuine spot demand or a cascade of derivative liquidations, with sustainability to be tested after the weekly close.

cryptonews.ru08/21 12:06

A 25% Weekly Surge: Bitcoin Breaks $79,000 Amid Mass Short Liquidation

cryptonews.ru08/21 12:06

Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana Rise as Another $1 Billion Short Position is Liquidated

Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana have seen significant gains as over $1 billion in short positions were liquidated. Bitcoin surged past $76,000, rising over 9% in 24 hours and 21% for the week, after trading around $64,100 just days prior. Short sellers incurred major losses, with roughly $1.2 billion in short positions liquidated over the past day, contributing to a two-day total exceeding $4 billion. This followed a record $3 billion in liquidations on Thursday, the largest single-day amount since 2021. The liquidations, triggered when leveraged bets move against traders, force buybacks that propel prices upward in a cascading effect. This rally distinguishes between demand-driven growth and mechanics-driven volatility, as forced buying does not reflect a belief in higher intrinsic value. Other major cryptocurrencies also advanced. Ethereum rose nearly 5% to $2,350, Solana gained over 5% to just under $90, and Dogecoin increased almost 9%. The rally was spurred by the U.S. Treasury doubling its long-term bond buyback to $4 billion, easing conditions in the $30 trillion Treasury market and boosting risk appetite. Additionally, Bitcoin broke past key resistance around $66,600, setting $76,000 as the next target. Political support also played a role, with President Trump urging Congress to advance the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act at a White House event attended by crypto industry leaders. Bitcoin's market cap now stands at $1.5 trillion, still about 40% below its October all-time high of over $126,000.

cryptonews.ru08/21 11:36

Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana Rise as Another $1 Billion Short Position is Liquidated

cryptonews.ru08/21 11:36

Losses of $1.2 Billion: 'Squeeze' Strategy in the Bitcoin Market Profits Again

Bitcoin surged past $79,000 on Friday morning, marking a gain of over $15,000 since August 17. This rally, fueled by concerns over the U.S. national debt exceeding $40 trillion, boosted Bitcoin's market cap past $1.55 trillion. The sharp rise led to significant short position liquidations, exceeding $1.22 billion over three consecutive days. Michael Saylor's company, Strategy, saw its 840,447 BTC holdings, acquired at an average of $75,385 per coin, return to profitability as prices exceeded $75,000. Saylor reiterated his belief in Bitcoin's perpetual growth. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's comments on bond buybacks were criticized by economist Peter Schiff as a "panic button" move that could worsen market instability, though Schiff affirmed his preference for gold and silver over Bitcoin. Market sentiment remains bullish, with 71% of users on prediction platforms expecting Bitcoin to surpass $80,000.

cryptonews.ru08/21 11:31

Losses of $1.2 Billion: 'Squeeze' Strategy in the Bitcoin Market Profits Again

cryptonews.ru08/21 11:31

A 25% Weekly Surge: Bitcoin Breaches $79,000 Amid Mass Short Liquidations

Bitcoin surged above $79,000 on August 21, marking a 25% weekly gain. The rally was fueled by massive short liquidations exceeding $1.2 billion in 24 hours, catching many bearish traders off guard. Analysts are monitoring key levels. The $70,000 zone is seen as crucial for maintaining the bullish trend, while $73,000-$74,000 is a significant resistance area. Breaking and holding above this zone could pave the way for moves toward $83,000. Several traders, including Crypto Candy and Roman, noted the rapid achievement of earlier targets ($70,700 and $75,000) and acknowledge the possibility of a short-term pullback, but the overall structure remains bullish. Daan Crypto Trades emphasized the importance of Bitcoin closing the weekly candle above the 200-period Exponential Moving Average (EMA) around the $73k-$74k range for increased confidence in a move toward May's highs. From a data perspective, comparisons are drawn to similar short-squeeze events in the past, like August of the previous year and summer 2021, where sharp rallies preceded significant corrections. Some analysis suggests such derivative-driven spikes may not always reflect genuine spot market demand, raising the question of whether the momentum will sustain or if a retest of the $73,000-$74,000 support is imminent.

cryptonews.ru08/21 09:46

A 25% Weekly Surge: Bitcoin Breaches $79,000 Amid Mass Short Liquidations

cryptonews.ru08/21 09:46

Bitcoin price exceeds $77,000, marking a three-month record high

The price of Bitcoin (BTC) has surpassed $77,000, reaching its highest level since May 26. The leading cryptocurrency gained 8% in just 24 hours and 23% over the past week. The total market capitalization has risen to $2.58 trillion, with a 24-hour trading volume of $144 billion, according to Coinmarketcap data. Amid this rapid market surge, exchanges liquidated positions worth a total of $1.22 billion from 150,000 traders in a single day. Of this amount, $1.04 billion came from short positions. Experts previously interviewed by RBC-Crypto forecasted that if Bitcoin enters the $75,000–$78,000 range, it could pave the way for a move toward $80,000.

cryptonews.ru08/21 09:34

Bitcoin price exceeds $77,000, marking a three-month record high

cryptonews.ru08/21 09:34

Bitcoin Short Squeeze Sent XRP Tumbling to $1.29 While Bitcoin Funds Held Steady

A sharp short squeeze in Bitcoin propelled XRP to surge by roughly 30% last week, trading near $1.29 and reaching its highest level in months. The rally, which saw XRP's best performance since early February, was primarily driven by events on Wednesday, including Bitcoin breaking above $72,000 and triggering a record $2.75 billion in BTC short liquidations. Market sentiment was further buoyed by the U.S. Treasury's announcement to increase long-term bond buybacks, seen as a sign of easing financial conditions. Interestingly, this price surge occurred even as demand from U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, which had previously fueled XRP's bullish momentum with 30 consecutive days of net inflows, appeared to subside. XRP's daily RSI reached 79.2, indicating the asset was entering overbought territory. While the token's price climbed, open interest for XRP began to decline by over 11% from its rally peak, suggesting some of the leveraged positions behind the rise were unwinding. At the time of reporting, XRP traded around $1.26, up 11.3% for the day and 23.1% for the week.

cryptonews.ru08/21 05:30

Bitcoin Short Squeeze Sent XRP Tumbling to $1.29 While Bitcoin Funds Held Steady

cryptonews.ru08/21 05:30

Frenzied Sell-off

On the evening of August 19th, Bitcoin's price surged sharply, leading to a record closure of short positions totaling over $1.6 billion. This rally, lifting Bitcoin above $72,000 for the first time since early June, was mirrored by significant gains in other cryptocurrencies like Ethereum, Solana, and XRP. The price movement was attributed to a combination of factors, including substantial inflows into Bitcoin ETFs—approximately $518 million on August 19th alone—and market reactions to former President Donald Trump's meeting with crypto industry representatives, where he advocated for the Clarity Act. However, experts caution this growth is likely temporary and technical, fueled largely by the massive short squeeze rather than a fundamental increase in demand. Institutional demand for Bitcoin remains low, with ETF inflows recovering only cautiously after major outflows in June, and retail investor activity is seasonally weak. Market participants believe Bitcoin's price trajectory in the coming months will depend heavily on the U.S. Senate's decision on the Clarity Act, which aims to provide clear crypto regulation, and on the Federal Reserve's signals regarding potential interest rate cuts. Until these events provide clearer direction, Bitcoin is expected to trade within its recent range, with volatility influenced by derivative market liquidations.

cryptonews.ru08/20 20:34

cryptonews.ru08/20 20:34

Bitcoin Price Hits $72,850 as Traders Lose $650 Million on Short Positions

The price of Bitcoin surged to $72,850 on Thursday, extending a significant rally fueled by favorable sentiment following a White House meeting. After breaking through resistance at $72,000, BTC's gains accelerated, marking a 5.6% daily increase and boosting its market cap to $1.45 trillion. The cryptocurrency has risen approximately $9,000, or 14%, over four days, reducing its year-to-date losses to 17.4%. This sharp price movement led to substantial liquidations, with $650 million in leveraged short positions wiped out in the Bitcoin market alone, compared to $41 million in long positions. Broader crypto market liquidations totaled around $1.59 billion for shorts versus $219 million for longs. Analysts attribute the rally to a dual catalyst: a key U.S. Treasury policy statement combined with the White House summit, where the Trump administration reinforced its pro-crypto stance. This ended weeks of consolidation. Market strategists point to growing liquidity expectations as a primary driver, particularly following comments from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent that hinted at potential bond-buying measures exceeding a previously announced $4 billion program. This macroeconomic backdrop is seen as accelerating capital flows into fixed-supply assets like Bitcoin.

cryptonews.ru08/20 20:33

Bitcoin Price Hits $72,850 as Traders Lose $650 Million on Short Positions

cryptonews.ru08/20 20:33

Trader Made $49 Million Profit and Lost $24 Million in 12 Seconds Shorting ETH

A crypto trader known as "pension‐usdt.eth" had their large Ethereum short position forcibly liquidated in just 12 seconds, resulting in a loss of nearly $24 million. Prior to this, the wallet, using the display name "Pension Fund," had been one of the year's most successful short sellers, accruing an estimated $49 million in total profit from bets against cryptocurrencies, including profitable shorts on 60,000 ETH and 1,400 BTC in June. The liquidation on the Hyperliquid platform was triggered by a sharp price surge in major tokens. Five forced-sell orders for a total of 50,000 ETH were executed from 04:51:03 to 04:51:15, accelerating the price increase. Four batches of ETH were sold at prices ranging from $2,193 to $2,236. The remaining 1,417 ETH were absorbed by Hyperliquid's special fund as no buyers were found. During the 12-second event, Ether's price jumped by $43. The short position had been held for roughly two months (1,445 hours) during a period of lower Bitcoin prices. The market reversed following a U.S. Treasury bond buyback announcement, with Ether gaining $18 in 24 hours. The trader's wallet is now essentially empty, showing a 100% loss against a trading volume of $111.76 million. This event was part of a broader market liquidation of $2.74 billion in short positions in 24 hours, the largest such wave since 2021.

cryptonews.ru08/20 20:31

Trader Made $49 Million Profit and Lost $24 Million in 12 Seconds Shorting ETH

cryptonews.ru08/20 20:31

Bitcoin Price Forecast Breaks Out as Treasury Doubles Bond Buyback Program

Bitcoin price forecasts turned bullish after a decisive breakout from a multi-month consolidation pattern, reaching levels not seen since early June. This surge triggered the largest short squeeze in cryptocurrency history, surpassing the liquidations during the record crash of October 2025. The move was fueled by a combination of technical factors and fundamental news. The U.S. Treasury's announcement to double its bond buyback program to $4 billion was seen as inflationary and positive for hard assets like Bitcoin. Simultaneously, President Trump urged Congress to pass the Clarity Act, providing regulatory tailwinds. Technically, Bitcoin broke out from a symmetrical triangle pattern. Key resistance now lies at the 200-day EMA near $71,479, while support levels include the 20-day and 50-day EMAs around $64,919 and $64,720, respectively. Analyst Benjamin Cowen highlighted the critical test: whether Bitcoin can break through and hold above its bear market resistance band. The short squeeze resulted in approximately $2.74 billion in liquidated short positions within 24 hours. While this forced buying fueled the rally, the key question is whether organic demand can sustain prices above $69,000. The bullish case targets a move toward the 200-day EMA, while failure could see a retracement back to the 50-day EMA support zone.

cryptonews.ru08/20 12:57

Bitcoin Price Forecast Breaks Out as Treasury Doubles Bond Buyback Program