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Bitcoin Hits $110K, But Traders Aggressively Short Amid Record Highs

by Team Lumida
May 22, 2025
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Bitcoin Plunges to $64K Amid U.S. Tech Stock Turmoil

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  • Bitcoin surged to a new record high above $110,000, liquidating $500 million in derivatives positions, but traders are aggressively shorting, with the long/short ratio at its lowest since September 2022.
  • Open interest has risen disproportionately to Bitcoin’s price, up 17% in the past 24 hours, indicating the rally is heavily driven by leverage and may lack sustainability.
  • Short positions, while bearish in structure, are fueling upward momentum as bullish traders target stop-loss levels, creating short squeezes that push prices higher.
  • Institutional activity and a recovery in U.S. equities have contributed to Bitcoin’s rally, despite limited retail participation.

What Happened?

Bitcoin reached a new all-time high of $110,000 on Thursday, continuing its bullish momentum despite a surge in short positions. Data from Coinalyze shows that the long/short ratio is at its lowest point since the crypto winter of September 2022, as traders bet against Bitcoin’s ability to sustain its rally.

The trend of aggressive shorting began in April when Bitcoin broke above $85,000, with many traders believing the cryptocurrency had already reached its cycle high. However, Bitcoin defied expectations, breaking through resistance levels at $97,000 and $105,000, driven by institutional activity, easing tariff concerns, and short squeezes.

Open interest in Bitcoin futures has risen disproportionately to the price, with a 17% increase in the past 24 hours compared to Bitcoin’s 4.8% price gain. This suggests that the rally is being fueled by leverage, raising concerns about its sustainability.


Why It Matters?

The surge in short positions highlights skepticism among traders about Bitcoin’s ability to maintain its upward trajectory. While shorting at record highs is a common strategy, the abundance of short positions has created opportunities for bullish traders to trigger short squeezes, amplifying price movements.

The reliance on leverage to drive Bitcoin’s rally raises questions about the stability of the current price levels. If the rally is primarily fueled by speculative activity rather than organic demand, it could lead to heightened volatility and potential corrections.

Institutional activity on platforms like the CME and a recovery in U.S. equities have provided support for Bitcoin’s rally, but the lack of retail participation suggests that the market may not yet have widespread confidence in the sustainability of the move.


What’s Next?

Bitcoin’s ability to sustain its rally above $110,000 will depend on whether short positions continue to rise and provide fuel for further short squeezes. If Bitcoin breaks above $111,000, it could trigger another wave of liquidations, pushing prices higher.

However, the heavy reliance on leverage and the disproportionate rise in open interest suggest that the rally may face challenges in maintaining momentum. Traders should monitor key resistance levels and the behavior of institutional investors for signs of continued support or potential reversals.

As Bitcoin approaches new psychological and technical levels, volatility is likely to remain high, creating opportunities and risks for both bullish and bearish traders.

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