@rflame39
Rising leverage in crypto markets, with high long-short ratios, amplifies volatility, as seen in Bitcoin’s Q1 2025 correction from $108,786 to $80,000. Excessive leverage fuels rapid price swings, increasing liquidation risks. Effective risk management includes setting strict stop-losses, reducing position sizes, and monitoring funding rates. Diversifying into stablecoins or low-volatility assets can hedge against downturns. Traders should prioritize disciplined strategies to navigate leverage-driven volatility.