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Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP Crash as $1.7B Got Liquidated in 24 Hours

Coinpedia·August 22, 2026·1 min read
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP Crash as $1.7B Got Liquidated in 24 Hours

The crypto market suffered its biggest flash crash since October 2025, wiping out $108 billion in six minutes. Total market value fell from $2.68 trillion to $2.55 trillion. Over $1.71 billion in positions were liquidated in 24 hours, hitting Bitcoin, Ethereum, and altcoins hardest. The crash triggered a rally halt, with selling pressure increasing across the market.

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