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Hyperliquid’s Open Interest Peaks Amid Whale Activity

Key Points:
  • Hyperliquid open interest surges to $7.73 billion.
  • Whale holds 7.94% of total interest.
  • Market dynamics shift with high leverage.

On December 12, Hyperliquid’s open interest reached $7.73 billion, with notable concentration by the ‘1011 Insider Whale,’ significantly impacting its market operations.

This development suggests intensified speculative trading, potentially shifting market dynamics and influencing leverage trends. Verification from primary sources remains pending for comprehensive analysis.

Whale Activity Concentrates Market Power as Hyperliquid Surges

According to an analysis by on-chain analyst @ai_9684xtpa, Hyperliquid’s open interest reached a new peak of $7.73 billion, influenced significantly by the “1011 Insider Whale” account. Since this whale opened its position on December 7th, there has been a notable acceleration in growth on the platform.

The influence of major accounts like the “1011 Insider Whale,” holding 7.94% of the total open interest, indicates a concentration of market power that may affect trading patterns. “While Hyperliquid did not comment, market observers note the potential for increased volatility and speculative trading practices. No primary statements from notable figures or entities were found in response to these developments.”

Market Data and Insights

Did you know? Research by the Coincu team highlights potential regulatory attention towards increased leverage within ecosystems like Hyperliquid.

CoinMarketCap reports that Hyperliquid (HYPE) is trading at $29.44 with a market cap of $9.91 billion. Over the past 24 hours, its trading volume reached $304.54 million, showing a 3.61% change. Notably, the price saw a 5.08% increase, while its 90-day performance still reflects a 46.52% drop.

Hyperliquid(HYPE), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 07:01 UTC on December 12, 2025. Source: CoinMarketCap

Research by the Coincu team highlights potential regulatory attention towards increased leverage within ecosystems like Hyperliquid. Given historical precedents, similar market conditions have led to financial regulatory reviews in other exchanges, although no official steps are confirmed presently.

Source: https://coincu.com/markets/hyperliquid-whale-activity-market-impact/

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