The report says leveraged crypto positions worth $135 million were wiped out while Bitcoin remained above the $81,500 level, highlighting continued volatility in derivatives-linked trading.
Bitcoin stayed above $81,500 as roughly $135 million in leveraged crypto positions were liquidated, according to the provided report headline. The move points to ongoing pressure in the digital asset market, where sudden price swings can trigger forced position closures across derivatives platforms. Liquidations typically occur when traders using borrowed funds can no longer meet margin requirements, often accelerating short-term volatility.