Bitcoin’s sharp drop below $77,000 on May 18, 2026, triggered $527 million in global liquidations within one hour, with $510 million stemming from long positions. Value investing in crypto remains a key strategy amid volatility. Ethereum fell below $2,100, hitting $2,127 with a 2.33% decline in one hour. Traders are reassessing their risk-to-reward ratios before entering new positions.
BlockBeats report: On May 18, following a sharp drop in Bitcoin that briefly fell below $77,000, over $527 million in total positions were liquidated within an hour, with $510 million in long positions liquidated.
Ethereum fell more sharply, briefly dropping below $2,100 and currently trading at $2,127, with a 2.33% decline in the past hour.
