Whale Adds $5.5M to Save $132M Bitcoin Long
Whale 0x5D2F risks $10M loss on 1,135 BTC long, deposits $5.5M USDC into Hyperliquid to prevent liquidation at $121K.
- Whale 0x5D2F is down over $10M on a 1,135 BTC long position.
- He deposited $5.5M USDC to Hyperliquid to stay afloat.
- The new liquidation price is now lowered to $121,080.
Massive Bitcoin Long Faces Major Risk
Whale wallet 0x5D2F is currently sitting on a painful unrealized loss of over $10 million after entering a large long position of 1,135 BTC—valued at approximately $132.65 million. With Bitcoin’s recent price fluctuations, the position faced an imminent liquidation threat, prompting swift action.
To avoid being liquidated, the whale transferred an additional $5.5 million in USDC to Hyperliquid, the derivatives trading platform where the position is held. This emergency capital injection pushed the liquidation price down to $121,080, giving the trader more breathing room.
Whale Strategy Reveals High-Stakes Game
Whales often take on leveraged positions in hopes of large upside, but the risk of liquidation is always looming—especially in volatile crypto markets. With Bitcoin currently trading near $113K, the position is still under water, but the added collateral gives this trader time to wait for a rebound.
This move also signals confidence that the market may recover soon, as depositing more funds indicates a willingness to hold the position rather than cut losses. However, if Bitcoin dips further, even the adjusted liquidation price may come into play.
Lessons from a $132M Gamble
This case serves as a reminder of both the opportunities and dangers in crypto leverage. While high-stakes positions can yield enormous profits, they can just as easily turn against the investor.
Traders and investors watching the situation closely may learn from 0x5D2F’s attempt to manage a high-risk position: always maintain a cushion and monitor liquidation levels carefully in volatile markets like Bitcoin.
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