Live Markets: Bitcoin crashes to $62,000 as billions of longs get liquidated

Bitcoin prices have dropped to $62,000, leading to a surge in traders purchasing put options as a hedge against further declines. The market sentiment is currently bearish, with significant volume focused on protection against prices falling below $50,000.
Why it matters
Increased demand for put options indicates growing investor anxiety and potential for further volatility in the cryptocurrency market.
Traders are piling into $50,000 bitcoin puts as the selloff worsens
The report focuses on market data and trading trends without taking a stance on the validity of the assets.
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