According to Crypto Rover, Bitcoin short liquidations have reached nearly $500 million over the past 24 hours, signaling a powerful short squeeze event and increased volatility in the crypto market (source: Twitter/@rovercrc, May 8, 2025). This rapid unwinding of bearish positions is driving upward momentum for BTC prices and may trigger further liquidations if upward trends persist. Traders are advised to monitor open interest and funding rates closely, as these liquidation levels often precede major price swings and can impact leverage strategies across major exchanges.