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Bitcoin $400M Liquidations, CPI 3.7% Test, Solana +13%

CryptoTuesday, May 12, 2026· 13 videos

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Bitcoin rocked by $400M liquidations

Bitcoin saw extreme volatility with roughly $370M–$400M in liquidations, including heavy short squeezes. Prices swung between $80,300 and $82,500 in thin weekend liquidity. Forced buying amplified upside moves before سریع reversals. The episode highlights fragile order books and the growing impact of leveraged positioning.

CPI 3.7% sets macro tone

Markets await U.S. Core CPI المتوقع عند 3.7% as a निर्णing macro catalyst. The release at 2:30 PM (Paris time) is expected to drive short-term direction across risk assets. A higher reading could pressure crypto via renewed inflation fears. A softer print would reinforce the current risk-on backdrop.

Bitcoin faces key $77K support

Bitcoin is تحت ضغط تقني بعد ملء فجوة عقود CME وتشكيل منطقة رفض. Support sits between $77,000 and $78,500, a zone packed with liquidity and fair value gaps. A breakdown could target $76,500–$77,900 before any rebound. Despite this, the broader trend remains structurally bullish.

Solana jumps 13% on breakout

Solana surged حوالي 13% بعد اختراق تقني قوي مدعوم بتدفقات مؤسسية. Price action confirms a sustained bullish phase rather than a short-lived bounce. Upside targets include a CME gap between $106 and $118. The asset is also outperforming Bitcoin, signaling capital rotation.

MicroStrategy hints at BTC sales

MicroStrategy ألمحت إلى إمكانية بيع Bitcoin under conditions like dividends or tax optimization. This marks a shift from its long-standing “never sell” stance. While no بيع has occurred, the signal changes market expectations. It introduces potential future supply from a major holder.

Altcoins breakout lacks strong inflows

A broad altcoin index broke out, pushing market cap from $150B to $200B. Tokens like Chainlink and Solana are testing key resistance zones. However, weak capital inflows raise doubts about sustainability. الأسواق الآن بين سيناريو استمرار الصعود أو تكوين قمة محلية.

Crypto regulation clash over stablecoins

The proposed Clarity Act led by Cynthia Lummis aims to protect developers and define stablecoin rules. Meanwhile, U.S. banks are lobbying against yield-bearing stablecoins offering 3–5%. The conflict reflects deeper competition between DeFi and traditional finance. Regulatory outcomes could reshape liquidity flows.

FTX fallout reveals $3B missed gain

FTX bankruptcy proceedings erased a massive فرصة استثمارية مرتبطة بـ Alameda Research. A $200,000 stake in AnySphere could now be worth $3B after a $60B valuation. The asset was sold at cost during liquidation. The case underscores long-term damage from Sam Bankman-Fried’s fraud.

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