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Bitcoin back above $61,000 after rout leads to $1.6 billion liquidations

Hex37's read

  • Bitcoin dropped below $60,000, causing $1.6 billion in liquidations.
  • The selloff was triggered by a strong jobs report, affecting stocks and crypto.
  • Bitcoin has since recovered and is trading above $61,000.

What it means for traders

  • Increased liquidations can signal heightened volatility and potential for sharp price swings.
  • Macroeconomic data releases like jobs reports can significantly impact crypto markets.

Affected markets

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