Bitcoin surged close to $75,000, reaching its highest level in nearly four weeks as optimism grew around possible negotiations between the United States and Iran. Reports indicate Iran has offered to pause nuclear activity for up to five years, while Donald Trump is seeking a longer suspension period of up to 20 years. Markets interpreted the developments as a step toward easing weeks of geopolitical tensions, increasing investor confidence in risk assets.
The broader crypto market climbed to a total value of approximately $2.6 trillion, triggering liquidations affecting about 177,000 traders and totaling roughly $530 million within 24 hours, according to CoinGlass. Around 80% of liquidations about $425 million were leveraged short positions in bitcoin and Ether, highlighting the intensity of the market rebound.
Short Squeeze and Institutional Demand Drive Price Momentum
Market observers noted that the rally was driven largely by derivatives activity rather than long-term buying pressure. Large scale short liquidations added significant value to total crypto market capitalization in a short period. Meanwhile, research firm Valerius Labs cautioned that the move may represent a temporary short squeeze rather than a sustained breakout, noting that stronger buying interest typically emerges above major technical resistance levels such as the 200-day simple moving average.
Optimism around a potential diplomatic breakthrough has also been supported by commentary from Jeff Mei of BTSE, who noted that Iran’s dependence on oil exports and the ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz are increasing pressure to reach an agreement.
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