Bitcoin (BTC) Faces Potential $33.14B Short Liquidation as Rally Nears $70K Threshold

Crypto analyst Ash Crypto has alerted the community to a potential financial upheaval, warning that $33.14 billion in short positions could be liquidated

Crypto analyst Ash Crypto has alerted the community to a potential financial upheaval, warning that $33.14 billion in short positions could be liquidated if Bitcoin reaches $72,462. This scenario, if realized, would drive a bullish momentum for BTC.

According to data from Bybt, Bitcoin shorts reached a record high on Monday. This development comes as BTC price soars, leaving little room for a significant downturn. However, if Bitcoin manages to climb to $70,000, a scenario that seems likely given the current momentum, a massive short squeeze could occur.

Crypto analyst Ash Crypto made this revelation in a post on Monday, highlighting the precarious position of bears who might face liquidation as Bitcoin nears the $70,000 threshold. The potential wipeout of $33.14 billion in Bitcoin shorts could unleash a bullish wave, pushing the flagship cryptocurrency to new heights, especially since the current all-time high (ATH) of $73,000 is within striking distance once $72,462 is achieved.

However, there’s also a possibility that Bitcoin may correct itself to clear out overleveraged longs before continuing its ascent. This scenario would see BTC price drop to around $64,000 before resuming its bullish momentum.

Presently, Bitcoin’s trajectory remains bullish, with the cryptocurrency having briefly touched $69,000 on October 18, increasing optimism for a new ATH. Standard Chartered forecasts a potential new high before the November 5 U.S. elections. Demand for Bitcoin is surging again, bolstering hopes for this rally. Notably, Spot Bitcoin ETFs, which previously spurred a new ATH earlier this year, are actively accumulating once more. SpotOnChain data reveals that these ETFs saw a net inflow of $2.13 billion this week, with BlackRock alone adding $1.14 billion worth of BTC to its assets.

On the other hand, bearish analyst Justin Bennett has advised traders to exercise caution amidst this recent rally. He noted that the data is contradictory and suggested that refraining from bold trading decisions would be prudent.

"I'm not convinced yet, and I think the data is largely contradictory. Maybe I'm being overly cautious after being burned so many times before, but I'd rather sit on the sidelines for now. Stay safe out there, and good luck to everyone," he stated.

According to Bennett, the breakout from Bitcoin’s seven-month range might not be as promising as it seems, emphasizing that the rally is primarily driven by perpetuals, with open interest resembling levels seen in late July. Similarly, analyst CrediBULL Crypto, who has recently adopted a bearish stance, echoed these concerns. Through a post on Monday, he pointed out that open interest has exceeded levels observed before Bitcoin's last major drop from $70,000 to $49,000.

"Still bearish. Open interest continuing to lead the way. We are now above the open interest levels from before the last major drop ($70k to $49k)," the analyst noted.

For now, Bitcoin remains robust, maintaining support around the $68,000 mark, as observed from the BTCUSD chart on Tradingview.com. This unfolding scenario suggests that market watchers ought to remain vigilant as various factors could influence Bitcoin's trajectory in the coming days.