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Business · Cryptocurrency · published 2026-08-21 · via Fortune

Hyperliquid's record run diverts trading volume from Bitcoin as token hits $75

Bitcoin climbed above $78,200, but Hyperliquid's token reached a record $75, up 195% this year. The decentralized exchange processed over $633 billion in volume in Q1, drawing traders away from direct Bitcoin purchases. Analysts say liquidations of short positions fueled Bitcoin's rally, while political support from Trump also helped.

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