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Users of Hacked Exchange Cryptopia Can Now Make Claims to Recover Funds

The liquidator of the defunct cryptocurrency exchange has opened a portal so former users can begin making claims to retrieve their trapped funds.

By Sebastian SinclairDec 11, 2020

Cryptopia

Flash Crash: Bitcoin Price Slides by $1.4K in Minutes

Bitcoin's sudden price drop triggers a long squeeze across major exchanges.

By Omkar GodboleAug 2, 2020

Bitcoin prices, August 2, 2020.

Expectations for Even Further Bitcoin Gains Keep Lid on Futures Contracts Liquidations

Only $133 million in futures were liquidated on BitMEX as bitcoin soared above $11,400.

By Zack VoellJul 28, 2020

Bitcoin futures liquidations on BitMEX since July 2019

Market Wrap: Crypto Market Eerily Quiet as Bitcoin Stuck Near $9K

Bitcoin volatility continues to drop as the price stays within a tight range and traders wait for a breakout in either direction.

By Zack VoellJun 30, 2020

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Over $190M in Bitcoin Liquidated on BitMEX Amid Crypto Market Sell-Off

The crypto markets were shaken Wednesday amid a flurry of selling that saw more than $190 million worth of longs and shorts liquidated on BitMEX.

By Sebastian SinclairFeb 27, 2020

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