Bitcoin bears face $2.6B trap as BTC funding rate drops: Is a short squeeze brewing?
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Bitcoin bears have amassed a $2.6 billion short position as the price dropped to $60,000, sparking concerns of a potential short squeeze. The funding rate has dropped, indicating a shift in market sentiment. This could lead to a buying frenzy as shorts scramble to cover their positions, potentially triggering a sharp price reversal and a relief for Bitcoin bulls.
Bitcoin bears piled into short positions as BTC price slid to $60,000. Will the $2.6 billion in short leverage lead to an upside squeeze?