High-risk crypto trader James Wynn has launched a scathing critique of the Hyperliquid platform, claiming that its low referral rewards could lead to its downfall.
After losing a seven-figure sum, Wynn took to X to vent his frustration, stating that his trading activity wasn’t part of a marketing stunt but a genuine attempt to establish a partnership — one that Hyperliquid rejected, not once but twice.
“They Gave Me Just $34K — That’s a Joke.”
Wynn revealed that despite generating significant user activity and trading volume on the platform, he earned only $34,000 in referral bonuses.
“That referral program is garbage,” he wrote on X. “Other platforms offer way better incentives.”
He believes the lack of meaningful rewards for user acquisition will be Hyperliquid’s undoing in the face of more competitive alternatives.
“CZ’s DEX Will Bury Hyperliquid”
Wynn pointed to the potential rise of a dark pool decentralized exchange (DEX) inspired by Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ), suggesting it could completely replace Hyperliquid.
These new platforms prioritize user privacy and offer far more appealing rewards for referrals.
COTI has already launched a DEX with these principles in mind, and speculation is mounting that CZ might eventually launch his own, combining deep pockets, global influence, and experience from building Binance.
“CZ has the money, the network, and the team to pull this off,” Wynn said. “Just look at what he did with Binance.”
HYPE Token Surges, But Hyperliquid Rejects Wynn
Despite his criticism, Hyperliquid has seen a surge in activity. The HYPE token jumped nearly 50% over the past month, coinciding with Wynn’s leveraged trading frenzy.
Crypto veteran Arthur Hayes even predicted that HYPE could hit $100, largely due to the renewed interest Wynn generated.
Still, Wynn insists “Hyperliquid didn’t pay me a cent.” He claims he made two partnership proposals, both denied due to the platform’s internal policies.
Some had speculated his high-profile trades were just a publicity move — a claim he firmly denies.
“I’m Done with Perpetual Trading — Before It Destroys Me”
Following massive losses and what he sees as mistreatment from Hyperliquid, Wynn announced he’s stepping away from perpetual futures.
He also criticized major players in the space, accusing them of exploiting DEX transparency to manipulate prices and force liquidations on retail traders.
Wynn, once one of the most-watched figures in the crypto space, is temporarily stepping back. But his stark warning about Hyperliquid’s fate remains — and time will tell if he was right.
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