Leverage, not the spot market, fueled a crypto market July rally that restored $240 billion in market capitalization. While leverage boosts returns, it exposes traders to forced liquidations by exchanges it they can’t meet margin shortages. Therefore, derivatives-led rallies like July’s often inject volatility into the market. That said, overall leverage still remains low compared with early 2021.
Grayscale’s GBTC Sees Inflow for First Time Since Bitcoin ETF’s January Debut
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