According to Whale Insider, on May 13, $7.64 billion in Bitcoin long positions face liquidation if BTC falls another $5,000 from current levels. The warning reflects elevated leverage exposure across the crypto market, with retail traders continuing to increase margin positions amid uncertain market conditions despite the heightened liquidation risk.
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