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55CRYPTO

Zcash price surges over $1,000 in short squeeze, liquidating millions in short positions

⚡ Markets: Highlights extreme volatility and the potential for short squeezes in less liquid altcoins. The event is specific to ZEC but reflects broader speculative sentiment in the crypto market.ZEC

The price of privacy-focused cryptocurrency Zcash (ZEC) skyrocketed to its highest level in nearly a decade, briefly exceeding $1,000. The rally was fueled by strong ETF inflows and a subsequent short squeeze that liquidated over $34 million in bearish bets.

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3 sources across the spectrum
Financial pressCoinDesk — Zcash jumps 20% to landmark $1,000 level as short sellers lose $34 million
Financial pressThe Block — Zcash tops $1,000 as ETF inflows ramp up and miners pile in
Financial pressDecrypt — Zcash Hits Highest Price in Nearly a Decade, Crushing Short Bets
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