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Crypto Futures Liquidations Surge: $103 Million Wiped Out in One Hour Amid Market Turmoil

Global cryptocurrency markets experienced significant turbulence on March 15, 2025, as major exchanges reported over $103 million in futures contract liquidations within a single hour, marking one of the most intense derivatives market shakeouts of the year. This rapid liquidation event occurred against a backdrop of heightened volatility across digital asset markets, ultimately contributing to $296 million in total futures liquidations throughout the preceding 24-hour period. Market analysts immediately began examining the underlying causes and potential implications for both retail and institutional traders navigating increasingly…