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Bitcoin Rampage Triggers Biggest Short-Liquidation Event in History: 'It Cannot Be Understated How Insane This Is'

BenzingaAug 19, 2026, 5:53 PMParshwa Turakhiya

Bitcoin surges 6% above $68,000, triggering a record $1.2B short liquidation as Treasury liquidity fuels the breakout.

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