254,045 crypto traders liquidated in 24 hours as $1.67 billion in positions wiped out
The mass liquidations highlight the risks of high leverage in volatile markets and underscore the importance of robust security measures in exchanges. The post 254,045 crypto traders liquidated in 24 hours as $1.67 billi...
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The mass liquidations highlight the risks of high leverage in volatile markets and underscore the importance of robust security measures in exchanges.
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