A crypto whale is making headlines after securing over $970,000 in unrealized profits, thanks to aggressive leverage on Bitcoin and Ethereum. The trader, whose wallet activity has caught the attention of on-chain analysts, is currently holding a 40x long position on Bitcoin and a 25x long position on Ethereum.
With Bitcoin recently reclaiming the $98,000 mark, this whale’s high-risk, high-reward strategy appears to be paying off — at least for now. Leveraged trading allows investors to amplify their exposure with borrowed funds, but it also comes with amplified risks. In this case, the bullish momentum in the market has turned a risky bet into a potential goldmine.
Bitcoin’s rally back to $98K has injected new energy into the crypto market. This recent price action has been a windfall for leveraged traders, especially those who placed bold bets at the right time. The whale’s 40x long on BTC means even a small price increase can result in massive gains.
Similarly, their 25x leveraged ETH position adds another layer of profit potential, assuming Ethereum continues to follow Bitcoin’s upward trajectory. The trader’s strategy reflects growing confidence among some market participants that this bull cycle still has room to run.
NEW: A whale is sitting on over $970K in unrealized profits as Bitcoin reclaims $98K. The trader holds massive leveraged positions with a 40x long on $BTC and a 25x long on $ETH. pic.twitter.com/5NdlcLqRP0
— Cointelegraph (@Cointelegraph) May 8, 2025
Large leveraged positions like these can signal increased market volatility. While this whale is currently sitting on huge gains, the risk of liquidation remains high if prices reverse suddenly. Such trades can influence short-term market movements, especially if profit-taking or forced liquidations occur.
For the broader crypto community, it’s a reminder of the power — and peril — of leverage. While the rewards are tempting, only seasoned traders with risk management strategies should consider this path.
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