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Experienced trader 0x152e doubled his capital with new positions in the futures market
Arbitrage trader 0x152e, whose capital increased by $7.2 million after successful short trades, has opened aggressive open short positions, demonstrating confidence in the current market dynamics. His new contract covers 21,838 ETH with a current value of approximately $43.5 million (at $1,990 per unit) and 227,635 SOL worth about $18.7 million (at an exchange rate of $82.13).
## Ambitious Position Expansion
The trader’s decision to open 20× shorts on both assets simultaneously indicates conviction in a bearish scenario. This move allowed him not only to preserve the profits gained but also to significantly increase trading volumes based on previous successes. The size of the new positions demonstrates readiness to utilize substantial leverage in the market.
## Impressive Results
The trader’s total profit reached $18.8 million, making him one of the most successful participants in the shorting segment. Such results attract attention to the activity of experienced traders capable of systematically extracting profit from cryptocurrency market volatility.