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Bitcoin nears $79K liquidity zone, $1.5B short squeeze potential at $81K

By Estefano Gomez · Published April 26, 2026 · 1 min read · Source: Crypto Briefing
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Bitcoin is approaching a liquidity zone near $79,000, with the December 31, 2026 market for Bitcoin reaching $200,000 sitting at 5% YES, unchanged from the past week, while predictions for a drop to $60,000 in April remain low-probability.

The Bitcoin Price in April market could see activity as traders watch the $79,000 level. Short-term focus on this zone suggests growing confidence that Bitcoin will clear $80,000 soon. Odds for a dip to $60,000 have not moved meaningfully in response to the news. The December 31, 2026 market remains flat at 5% YES.

There is $1.54 billion in short liquidation liquidity near $81,000, which could trigger a short squeeze and push prices higher if that level is reached. On the other side, $2.5 billion in long liquidity sits below $76,000, creating risk for those betting on a decline. The combined 24-hour trading volume for the December 31 market is $51,360 face value, with an actual USDC trade of $2,022, a modest figure that reflects low current interest.

The flat year-end $200K market reflects cautious sentiment. At current levels, a YES share at 5¢ pays $1 if Bitcoin hits $200,000 by year-end, a 20x return. That bet requires believing in a major bull run over 251 days against a backdrop of geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainty.

Watch for statements from Michael Saylor and Larry Fink, shifts in U.S.-Iran relations that could affect broader market sentiment, and the next Federal Reserve meeting, particularly if unexpected rate changes occur.

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