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Bitcoin rallies as institutional demand and short liquidations accelerate

The latest move is being amplified by large amounts of short liquidations as expectations improve around macro conditions and regulation.

Bitcoin is climbing as multiple tailwinds align, according to Decrypt.

The outlet points to institutional buying, a gradually improving macro backdrop, and a more constructive regulatory outlook as drivers behind the rally.

Decrypt also says the pace of gains has been boosted by billions of dollars in short liquidations, which can intensify upward momentum when prices move quickly.

Taken together, the developments are combining fundamental demand with market positioning pressure, helping explain why the rally has accelerated.

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