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Dangers of High-Leverage Trading in Volatile Cryptomarket

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

4 months ago


The volatility in the cryptocurrency market has resulted in staggering losses for traders using high-leverage strategies. A trader recently reported an unrealized loss of $17.5 million due to substantial investments in leveraged positions, particularly in Bitcoin and Solana.

Risks of High-Leverage Trading

The trader’s investments heavily rely on high-leverage positions, especially with 10x leverage on Bitcoin and 20x leverage on Solana. This approach significantly amplifies the risks, particularly in a market characterized by sharp price swings.

Impact of Market Trends on Traders

Currently, Bitcoin is valued at approximately $86,000. However, if the price drops to $74,000, losses for the trader could soar to $25 million. The high leverage utilized places immense pressure on the trader’s margins, with an 80.92% collateral rate posing a liquidation threat.

Strategies for Cautious Traders

Traders need to adopt cautious strategies to mitigate risks while capitalizing on potential market movements. The delicate balance between risk management and opportunity remains critical.

With various market dynamics at play, traders need to adopt cautious strategies to mitigate risks while capitalizing on potential market movements. The balance between risk management and opportunity is key in this complex environment.

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