Bitcoin perpetual trading sinks to 2023 lows ahead of U.S. inflation data
August 12, 2026 · 12:07 PM
TL;DR Trading volumes: Perpetual and spot activity for Bitcoin have dropped to multi‑year lows, signaling a quiet market. Leverage risks: Elevated open interest suggests higher leverage, leaving conditions exposed to liquidation‑driven volatility. CPI focus: Traders await Wednesday’s inflation data as Bitcoin continues a six‑month consolidation between $60,000 and $80,000. The market has entered an unusually ... Read more
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