Bitcoin, ether perpetual volumes on Kalshi are dominated by an unusual, repetitive trade, data shows

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Bitcoin, ether perpetual volumes on Kalshi are dominated by an unusual, repetitive trade, data shows

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CoinDesk reports that a single $5,499 order accounts for 57 % of sampled ether‑perpetual volume on Kalshi, while recurring $2,500 and $5,000 orders together represent 54 % of sampled bitcoin‑perpetual volume, indicating that a handful of repetitive trades dominate activity; this concentration suggests limited liquidity depth and could amplify price volatility if those orders shift.

CoinDesk found one $5,499 trade size accounting for 57% of sampled ether-perpetual volume, while recurring $2,500 and $5,000 trade sizes made up 54% of sampled bitcoin-perpetual volume.