Ethereum (ETH) Triggers Altcoin Sell-off as Liquidations Reach Record Levels

Recent liquidation data has revealed a significant correlation in Ethereum (ETH), affecting the performance of altcoins in the market today. Reports indicate that approximately $16.71 million worth of Ethereum has been removed from the options market in the last 24 hours.

The liquidation figures suggest a bearish trend for Ethereum, with total liquidations exceeding $18.86 million overnight. This negative outlook for Ethereum has notably impacted other altcoins, dragging the price of Ethereum down to $1,600, representing a decrease of 0.97% over the past day.

This downward pressure is also evident in the price of other cryptocurrencies; for instance, the value of one altcoin has fallen by 2.67% to $0.5013. Other notable coins like Cardano (ADA), Solana (SOL), and Dogecoin (DOGE) have experienced declines of 0.66%, 1.70%, and 0.13%, respectively. The liquidation trends indicate that the performance of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum is influencing altcoins across the board.

Current data suggests that Ethereum may soon reach its highest liquidation value for the quarter if the downward pressure continues as the month concludes.

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