Crypto Trader James Wynn Loses 99% of $100 Million, Deactivates X Account
James Wynn, a high-risk trader known for his aggressive and high-leverage trading strategies in the cryptocurrency market, has deactivated his X social media account. This move comes after he suffered substantial financial losses, estimated to be in the hundreds of millions of dollars, within a short period. Wynn’s trading approach, which often went against mainstream market sentiment, resulted in significant losses, leaving his trading wallets with a combined balance of just $10,176.
Wynn’s high-leverage trades, particularly on the Hyperliquid platform, drew considerable attention and scrutiny from the crypto community. In May 2025, his $100 million in long-BTC positions were liquidated after Bitcoin’s price dipped below $105,000….
