Massive Bitcoin & Ethereum Short Profits Reach $160 Million Amidst Geopolitical Storm

A major crypto whale reaped a staggering $160 million profit by shorting Bitcoin and Ethereum ahead of President Trump’s tariff announcement. The move, which took place hours before the controversial news broke, triggered substantial sell-offs in both assets, leading to significant market volatility. The event underscores the susceptibility of crypto markets to geopolitical pressures, as witnessed by cascading liquidations and a $17 billion loss across leveraged positions.