Bitcoin Surges to $85,000, Triggering a Short Squeeze that Erases $648 Million in Bearish Positions
Bitcoin’s price vaulted to the $85,000 mark on Tuesday, sparking a dramatic short‑squeeze that wiped out roughly $648 million worth of bearish bets. The rapid climb was accompanied by a notable rise in open interest, which increased by 7.59% to a staggering $156 billion. While many traders were forced to liquidate their short positions, the overall market sentiment appears to be shifting from cau…
Sept. 21, 2026, 10:30 a.m.