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Bitcoin Surges Past $82,000 as Fed Shift Sparks Massive Short Squeeze

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  • Cryptocurrencies surged after dovish Federal Reserve commentary weakened rate-hike expectations and boosted risk appetite.
  • Bitcoin jumped past $82,000 alongside massive short liquidations totaling $470 million.
  • While derivatives open interest expanded rapidly, analysts caution that sustainable bull continuation requires clearing resistance above $83,000 on spot demand.
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