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Bitcoin liquidations exceed $283M after price swings between $73K and $75K trigger a short squeeze.

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16 Apr 2026
Cointelegraph
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Bitcoin's price fluctuated between $73,000 and $75,000 during the New York market open, causing $283 million in futures liquidations. A sharp drop to $73,200 triggered $166 million in long liquidations, followed by a rebound that liquidated $117 million in short positions, indicating a short squeeze. However, the rally was driven mainly by shorts covering rather than new buying, as spot market demand remained weak. For Bitcoin to break above $76,000, stronger spot market participation alongside derivatives activity is needed, with key liquidity zones identified between $74,000 and $78,000.

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