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Margin Exhausted, "Brother Huang Li Cheng" Begins Selling Monkeys at a Loss

Taiwanese crypto whale "Machi Big Brother" Jeffrey Huang has been forced to sell his prized Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) NFTs at significant losses to cover mounting losses from a highly leveraged ETH long position on Hyperliquid. Over the past month, Huang sold 34 BAYC NFTs for 326 ETH (approx. $514,000), realizing a loss of 399 ETH (approx. $631,000). The proceeds were transferred to Hyperliquid to replenish margin for his perpetual contract trades. One ape, BAYC #6057, bought for 76.84 ETH four years ago, was sold for just 7.65 ETH, a 90% loss in ETH terms. Huang began his high-leverage (25-40x) ETH long strategy in September 2025 when ETH was around $4,700. While his account once showed over $45 million in unrealized profit, the subsequent crash of ETH to the $1,600 range erased all gains. As of June 26, his cumulative losses on Hyperliquid reached $33.85 million, with over 335 liquidations earning him the community nickname "King of Liquidations." With conventional funds depleted, Huang's once-valuable NFT collection, which at its peak included around 200 BAYCs and was worth tens of millions, has become a lifeline. His remaining ~150 BAYCs, valued at roughly $1.6 million at current floor prices, provide only limited runway for his persistent high-stakes trading. Huang rose to prominence in crypto as a key figure in popularizing BAYC NFTs in Asia during the 2021 bull market. His pivot to perpetual contracts has now led to a cycle where his iconic "monkeys" are being sold to fund a failing trading strategy.

Foresight News06/29 07:37

Margin Exhausted, "Brother Huang Li Cheng" Begins Selling Monkeys at a Loss

Foresight News06/29 07:37

Solana whales bet $15mln against SOL – Bears can drive it down to $40 IF…

Despite Solana demonstrating strong on-chain growth and diversification, with Q2 trading volume surging over 3,200% to $67 billion, its price action remains weak. A $15 million short position has been placed against SOL, suggesting some traders are betting on a bearish move. The rationale hinges on crowded leveraged long positions that could trigger forced selling if market momentum weakens, especially if Bitcoin faces pressure. This could drive SOL to retest the $40 level. The article frames Solana's current consolidation near $70 as a potential bull trap, noting early ETF outflow weakness in June 2026 as a counterpoint to the network's robust underlying activity.

ambcrypto06/28 17:02

Solana whales bet $15mln against SOL – Bears can drive it down to $40 IF…

ambcrypto06/28 17:02

Major whale shorts $4.92M in ZEC – Can Zcash rebound to $520?

A major Zcash whale, Garrett Bullish, has opened a new $4.92 million leveraged short position on ZEC, reinforcing his bearish stance following two previous profitable trades. Despite this high-profile move, derivatives data shows sustained buyer dominance in the futures market, with aggressive participants absorbing selling pressure. Technically, ZEC remains below a key broken ascending channel, with $520 as major resistance and $335.50 as support. The Stochastic RSI indicates oversold conditions, suggesting potential for a rebound, but the Parabolic SAR still favors buyers. The market's direction hinges on whether ZEC can reclaim the broken channel and push above $520; failure could lead to a test of lower support.

ambcrypto06/28 04:05

Major whale shorts $4.92M in ZEC – Can Zcash rebound to $520?

ambcrypto06/28 04:05

Ethereum down 45% YTD – So why do SharpLink and whales keep buying?

Despite Ethereum (ETH) being down 20-45% year-to-date amid broader crypto weakness, institutional and whale buying activity suggests growing long-term conviction. SharpLink, after an eight-month pause, purchased 5,000 ETH and later added $45.54 million in LSETH, increasing its total holdings significantly despite substantial unrealized losses. Similarly, a new whale wallet accumulated over 18,000 ETH worth $28.9 million in nine days, indicating strategic positioning for future price movements rather than short-term trading. However, this accumulation contrasts with spot Ethereum ETFs, which saw net outflows of $12.85 million recently, highlighting a divergence between direct treasury/whale buyers and ETF investors. While the persistent buying from these large holders may gradually ease selling pressure, a sustained recovery for Ethereum still depends on a reversal in ETF flows and a broader improvement in network demand and market sentiment.

ambcrypto06/27 10:02

Ethereum down 45% YTD – So why do SharpLink and whales keep buying?

ambcrypto06/27 10:02

Cardano’s multi-month slump sparks whale activity – ADA’s recovery coming?

Cardano (ADA) has extended its multi-month slump, dropping to new lows after another failed recovery attempt was rejected at the $0.1903 resistance level. Despite the persistent selling pressure and bearish technical structure, notable whale accumulation is occurring around current prices. This suggests some large investors are using the weakness to build positions. Furthermore, data from the derivatives market shows a contrasting sentiment, with long positions accounting for 75% of total exposure, indicating most leveraged traders are betting on a recovery. The market now stands at a crossroads. While whale buying and bullish futures positioning hint at potential support, ADA has yet to reclaim key lost levels. The coming sessions will be crucial in determining whether this accumulation can ultimately shift the prevailing downtrend.

ambcrypto06/27 00:02

Cardano’s multi-month slump sparks whale activity – ADA’s recovery coming?

ambcrypto06/27 00:02

AAVE price jumps 15% – Can $40.69M in protocol fees sustain the breakout?

AAVE price jumped over 15%, breaking a key resistance level after weeks of consolidation. The rally coincides with strong protocol fundamentals, as Aave generated over $40.69M in fees in the past 30 days, capturing more than 50% of the decentralized lending sector's fees. Network activity is growing, with USDT deposits on its Ethereum Core market nearing $3 billion, indicating deeper liquidity. Whale accumulation at current prices and a bullish long-term price forecast from Standard Chartered have also boosted optimism. The key challenge is whether buyers can hold the broken resistance as support to sustain the breakout momentum.

ambcrypto06/25 16:32

AAVE price jumps 15% – Can $40.69M in protocol fees sustain the breakout?

ambcrypto06/25 16:32

A Whale is Betting Big Against Crypto: Will BTC, ETH, and SOL Face Fresh Pressure?

A new crypto wallet has placed a large bearish bet against the market, opening 20x-leveraged short positions on Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL) worth nearly $48 million on Hyperliquid. This significant leveraged trade signals strong expectations of a near-term price decline but also carries high risk of liquidation if prices rise. Currently, Bitcoin trades around $63,888, with key support at ~$63,641 and resistance near $64,273. Ethereum hovers at $1,732, facing potential support near $1,619 and resistance around $1,811. Solana trades near $73.96, with immediate resistance at ~$74.52 and support at $72.04. The price action for all three assets is described in terms of potential bullish "golden cross" or bearish "death cross" technical patterns influencing their near-term direction.

TheNewsCrypto06/22 07:02

A Whale is Betting Big Against Crypto: Will BTC, ETH, and SOL Face Fresh Pressure?

TheNewsCrypto06/22 07:02

Data Decrypts the BTC Cycle: Three Major Bottom Signals Illuminate Simultaneously, Q4 Could Be a Crucial Turning Point Window?

"Decoding the Bitcoin Cycle: Three Bottom Signals Flash Simultaneously, Is Q4 the Key Turning Point?" The article analyzes Bitcoin's current market position, comparing it to historical cycles. BTC has corrected over 52% from its October 2025 peak of $126,198 to around $59,100 in June 2026. While significant, this drawdown is milder than the 77-86% declines seen in past bear markets. The analysis is framed within Bitcoin's four-year halving cycle. Past cycles show a pattern: prices peak 12-18 months post-halving, bottom 12-14 months after the peak, with lows typically occurring roughly 17 months before the next halving. Following the April 2024 halving and the October 2025 peak, this pattern suggests a potential bottoming window around Q4 2026, ahead of the expected 2028 halving. Three key on-chain metrics are signaling undervaluation: The MVRV Z-Score has dropped near 0.27, approaching historic bottom zones. The market price is only about 9% above the network's average realized price of ~$53,600, a rare low premium. Bitcoin's price recently touched its 200-week moving average (~$62,200), a level that aligned with bottoms in 2015, 2018, and 2020. While US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw record outflows in May/June 2026, indicating retail panic, whale addresses (holding 100+ BTC) reached a yearly high. Entities like MicroStrategy resumed buying, and long-term holders control a near-record 78% of the supply, suggesting accumulation. A major macro overhang was partially removed with a US-Iran ceasefire agreement in mid-June 2026, which eased oil prices and triggered a sharp BTC rally. However, persistent inflation means high-interest rates remain a constraint. The conclusion notes that genuine investment opportunities often arise when confidence is lowest, amidst narratives that "this time is different." While not guaranteeing an immediate bottom, the confluence of cycle timing, undervaluation signals, and shifting macro risks suggests late 2026 may be a critical period for reassessing risk/reward and patient accumulation for long-term believers.

marsbit06/16 02:58

Data Decrypts the BTC Cycle: Three Major Bottom Signals Illuminate Simultaneously, Q4 Could Be a Crucial Turning Point Window?

marsbit06/16 02:58

XRP Realized Profit-To-Loss Ratio Plunges – What The Market Should Be Expecting

XRP's Realized Profit-to-Loss Ratio has plunged sharply to 0.38, indicating that for every dollar of loss realized, only 38 cents of profit is being taken. This deep drop below 1 signals a market where most moving coins are sold at a loss, reflecting intense capitulation amid ongoing bearish price pressure below $1.2. Despite the weak price performance, spot trading activity is increasing, led predominantly by large whale investors who often dominate during accumulation phases. Concurrently, XRP reserves on major exchanges like Upbit are showing a slight decline—a trend historically associated with subsequent price rallies. Analysts suggest these dynamics could potentially set the stage for a market bounce if the withdrawal trend continues.

bitcoinist06/10 23:02

XRP Realized Profit-To-Loss Ratio Plunges – What The Market Should Be Expecting

bitcoinist06/10 23:02

Newbie Bitcoin Whales Took $1.77 Billion In Loss During Price Crash: Data

New Bitcoin whales, defined as holders of over 1,000 BTC acquired within the last 155 days, realized approximately $1.77 billion in losses during the recent price crash, according to on-chain data. These short-term holder whales, considered the market's "weak-minded" side, panic-sold as Bitcoin's price dropped to around $59,000. In contrast, long-term holder whales minimized their loss-taking. Analyst Maartunn notes Bitcoin's price has yet to fall below its current Realized Price of $53,630 this cycle, a level historically seen as a buying opportunity. At publication, Bitcoin trades near $63,300, down over 13% for the week.

bitcoinist06/09 00:01

Newbie Bitcoin Whales Took $1.77 Billion In Loss During Price Crash: Data