Whale Moves $1.38M USDC to HyperLiquid: Betting Against HYPE with Strategic Short

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A significant market player just made a notable move, injecting approximately $1.38 million USDC into HyperLiquid after a 7-month hiatus from the platform. The whale’s intention is clear: establish a short position on HYPE token at 1x leverage, signaling bearish sentiment on the asset.

What makes this deposit particularly noteworthy is the trader’s track record. This address has demonstrated profitable execution in the past, having banked roughly $1.14 million in gains from previous trades. The return to action after an extended period suggests the whale may have identified a compelling opportunity—or in this case, a risk worth shorting.

The move reflects broader market dynamics, with established traders continuing to deploy capital through derivatives protocols to express their market views. For HYPE holders and traders monitoring large transactions, this represents the kind of on-chain activity that often precedes significant volatility.

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