Whale large-scale operation: Closed 136 BTC with 40x leverage and switched to shorting, current unrealized profit

NonFungibleDegen · 2026-01-08T05:58:09+00:00

On the afternoon of January 8th, a trader first closed a long position of 136 BTC, incurring a loss of $22,000, then switched to short 80 BTC. Currently, this short position has a slight unrealized profit, making the market sentiment somewhat delicate.

NonFungibleDegen

2026-01-08 05:58:09

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【Blockchain Rhythm】Something interesting has happened. On the afternoon of January 8th, a large whale’s trading activity drew attention.

First, at 13:27, this trader decisively closed a 40x leveraged long position of 136 BTC (equivalent to $12.4 million), but ultimately lost $22,000 at settlement. It seems the long bet did not go as planned.

An interesting turn of events followed — right after closing the long, they switched to a short position. Still using 40x leverage, but this time betting on a decline, with a short position of 80 BTC (about $7.26 million), with an average entry price around $90,997.7.

So far, this short trade has already yielded some gains, showing a small floating profit. Market sentiment at this moment appears to be a bit delicate.

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RugPullAlarm

· 01-11 05:36

Leverage of 40x, losing 22,000, and still able to immediately reverse and short? This scale of funds... really, you need to keep an eye on this address's subsequent flow. Something just doesn't feel right.

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Deconstructionist

· 01-10 05:06

This whale really knows how to play; after losing, they still dare to short, truly fearless.

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BackrowObserver

· 01-09 04:06

Haha, this whale is really playing hard. After losing on the long side, they immediately switch to short. Instead of reducing leverage, they add more. Truly bold.

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DiamondHands

· 01-08 06:27

This whale is really incredible. After losing all their long positions, they immediately switch to shorting. I just want to know if this guy is acting out of spite or has insider information.

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ProxyCollector

· 01-08 06:26

Here comes the whale again, really ruthless --- Losing money and then switching to shorting? Pure textbook manipulation --- Playing with 40x leverage so smoothly, I wonder who gave them the guts --- Now they start bragging about unrealized gains, waiting for a reverse liquidation --- This trading rhythm is indeed something --- Turning around to short right away haha, when will retail investors get a turn to profit? --- No wonder people always say whales are harvesting retail investors, look at this quick counter-move --- Market sentiment is subtle? That means it's about to collapse --- 136 BTC lost 22,000 yuan, and that's not a big deal? This mentality is unmatched --- Getting caught long and then immediately shorting, incredible

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BearHugger

· 01-08 06:24

Haha, this whale really knows how to play. When the bulls lose, they switch to shorting. Just like that. Speaking of 40x leverage, it's really playing with fire. It makes me nervous just watching. How long can this short squeeze last? We'll see. Every move the whale makes can shake the market, truly. Feels like this guy is just throwing a tantrum, haha. 126 BTC, just closed at the same price. That’s quite a move. Short-term profits? Don’t curse it to hit the limit down, everyone. I just want to know whether they will chase the short or admit defeat next. This rhythm is either a big win or a liquidation, no middle ground. It seems the whale is also exploring the direction, which is quite honest.

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TokenToaster

· 01-08 06:16

This whale is really a master of changing faces. When long positions lose, they immediately turn around and go short, playing back and forth with 40x leverage. How strong must their heart be?

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ImpermanentPhilosopher

· 01-08 06:07

Haha, this whale strategy is pretty bold. After losing on the long side, they immediately switch to shorting. Very daring.

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quietly_staking

· 01-08 05:59

Still turning around to short after losing, this whale's mentality is really strong.

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MetaMisfit

· 01-08 05:59

Still daring to short after losing, this whale is really ruthless, with a strong gambling spirit.

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