Whale Evaded Closes ZEC and Bitcoin Longs, Opens $71 Million Bitcoin Short

According to Onchain Lens (blockchain analytics tracker), the trader exited long positions at a $4.83 million loss before opening a 940 Bitcoin short using 30x leverage.

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Summary

A trader identified as Whale Evaded closed long positions in ZEC and Bitcoin at a reported $4.83 million loss, then shifted direction by opening a 940 Bitcoin short position valued at $71 million, according to Onchain Lens (blockchain analytics tracker). The position uses 30x leverage, a structure that amplifies both potential gains and losses. The source also said the trader’s cumulative losses exceeded $3.69 million.

Terms & Concepts
  • Short position: A trade that seeks to profit from a price decline by betting an asset will fall in value.
  • Leverage: Borrowed exposure that increases the size of a trade, magnifying both profits and losses.
  • On-chain analytics: The analysis of public blockchain data to track wallets, trades, and market activity.