$31 Million in Bitcoin Shorts Liquidated on Binance Amid Price Recovery

The Bitcoin price reached an all-time high of $108,786 in January but fell to around $74,000. It has since recovered and is currently above the six-figure mark. Analysts suggest that Bitcoin may be ready to resume its bullish run.

Binance Sees Largest Shorts Liquidation Since April

  • A large number of short positions were opened on Binance as Bitcoin's price declined.
  • As Bitcoin began its recovery, many shorts were liquidated, creating buying pressure.
  • A spike in liquidations occurred on May 8, with over $31 million in shorts wiped out on Binance.
  • The current funding rate is low at around 0.004, indicating a high volume of short positions and reluctance to go long among traders.
  • Further liquidations could enhance Bitcoin's bullish momentum and potentially drive prices above previous highs.

Bitcoin Price Overview

Current BTC price is approximately $104,335, marking a 1% increase in the last day and nearly 9% growth over the past week.