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The Volatile Roller Coaster of Bitcoin
The Volatile Roller Coaster of Bitcoin
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OneSafe Editorial Team
Aug 24, 2025
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Table of contents
Why did Bitcoin fall?
How liquidations work
Risk management for crypto executives
Regulation matters
Crypto payroll goes mainstream
Managing salary fluctuations in crypto
Summary
Bitcoin just dropped $4,000 in a single hour, leading to over $300 million in liquidations. It’s not just another Tuesday in crypto; it’s a stark reminder of the volatility we all know and love (or hate). And it raises important questions about risk management, regulation, and how we are going to pay our employees in 2025.
Why did Bitcoin fall?
The drop was triggered by a mix of sentiment and macroeconomic factors. 86,000 traders were burned, with Binance, OKX, and Bybit taking the hardest hits. Just another day in this wild west of the market.
It affected not only Bitcoin but also Ethereum and altcoins. Rapid price movements are a wake-up call for those playing the high-leverage game, where you can win big but also lose it all.
How liquidations work
Liquidations occur when traders cannot meet margin requirements on their leveraged positions. This time, Bitcoin's drop showed how quickly things can change, leading to widespread liquidations. It’s a reminder that the crypto trading environment is fragile, to say the least.
For crypto executives, liquidations are a wake-up call. Understanding how they work is crucial for risk management. Diversification and regulatory compliance are not just buzzwords; they are lifelines in a storm.