Recent derivatives market activity drove a short squeeze that pushed Bitcoin prices 3% higher, though analysts note thin volume conditions.
Bitcoin experienced a price spike reaching $64,500 on Monday, driven by a short squeeze within the derivatives markets that pushed the asset up by roughly 3%.
Market analysis indicates the upward movement occurred amid thin trading volumes, highlighting potential liquidity pressures in the broader digital asset sector.
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