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Bitcoin Price Drop Triggers Over $770 Million in Crypto Liquidations
Bitcoin experienced a significant price decline, falling below $82,000, which contributed to over $770 million in crypto liquidations, predominantly long positions. This movement occurred amidst a firm dollar and concerns over spot ETF outf
Oct 13, 2026
Leverage in a Bull Run: Why Liquidations Spike
Why leverage in a bull run leads to liquidation spikes: how margin and perpetuals work, why cascades happen, warning signs and safer ways to stay exposed.
Oct 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Bitcoin Price Briefly Dips Below $84,000 Amid Long Position Liquidations
Bitcoin experienced a brief price dip, falling below the $84,000 mark. This movement coincided with significant liquidations of crypto long positions across the market.
Oct 7, 2026
Over-Collateralization: Why DeFi Loans Need More Than You Borrow
Why does an overcollateralized loan require more collateral than you borrow? Learn how DeFi loans, LTV ratios and liquidations work, with a worked example.
Oct 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Liquidations in DeFi: How They Happen and How to Avoid Them
A DeFi liquidation sells your collateral when a loan gets too risky. Learn how health factors, thresholds and penalties work, and how to avoid it.
Oct 5, 2026 · 5 min read
Lending and Borrowing in DeFi
DeFi lending lets you earn interest or borrow against crypto through smart contracts. Learn how collateral, rates and liquidations work, plus the main risks.
Oct 3, 2026 · 5 min read