Bitcoin Dominance Slips To 3-Year Low As Liquidation Hits $2.5 Billion Longs

Bitcoin Dominance Slips To 3-Year Low As Liquidation Hits $2.5 Billion Longs

Yesterday’s Twitter feud between business tycoon Elon Musk and the crypto community had far-reaching consequences that went beyond the constant verbal sparring on the popular social media site. For the crypto market, it was a disaster. Liquidation Galore In The Crypto Market According to data from ByBit, a total of $2.4 billion worth of longs […]


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