Bitcoin surges to $85,000, triggering short squeeze that wipes out $648 million in bearish positions
Bitcoin’s price has once again captured the attention of the global financial community, climbing to a fresh all‑time high of $85,000. The surge was not a gradual climb but a rapid, forceful move that sparked a massive short‑squeeze, erasing roughly $648 million of bearish bets in a matter of hours. This dramatic shift has reshaped market dynamics, highlighted the power of leveraged trading, and …
Sept. 21, 2026, 10:30 a.m.