# Crypto Liquidations Reach $970 Million in 24 Hours, Led by Longs

By Enna Lee

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Published: 2026-10-09T15:23:46.000Z
Updated: 2026-10-09T15:23:46.000Z
Section: Investing

> Long positions accounted for $774 million of the total, while short-position liquidations reached $195 million.

Crypto markets saw $970 million in liquidations over a 24-hour period, with traders betting on higher prices bearing most of the losses.

Long-position liquidations totaled $774 million, while short positions accounted for $195 million.

The move affected 163,596 traders. The sharp imbalance between long and short liquidations indicates that losses were concentrated among traders positioned for prices to rise.