Trump’s Tariffs & Crypto: Who Won? 💰

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It came to pass that a great disturbance shook the foundations of the crypto-markets, brought about by the pronouncements of a certain former leader of nations concerning tariffs upon goods from the Celestial Kingdom. And lo, the whales – those leviathans of finance – did stir in their depths, ever seeking advantage in the tempest. The market did briefly fall into a fit of despair, only to recover with a speed that bordered on the…unnatural. 🧐

These investors, driven by a thirst for gain and a disregard for prudence, did wager fortunes upon the volatility. Some indeed found riches, yet many more discovered the emptiness of speculative excess. These whales, they did adjust their holdings – buying when others feared, and selling when optimism bloomed – displaying a cunning that could rival that of a seasoned fox. Such is the nature of men, endlessly chasing shadows in the marketplace.

Of Trades and Tariffs: The Crypto Whale’s Dance After the Meltdown

It was reported, as these things are, that the tariffs did indeed cause a swift and unsettling decline on Friday, costing many billions. But behold! By Sunday, a glimmer of hope appeared, as the pronouncements were softened, and the market began to mend its wounds. A truly fickle mistress, this market.

And with this recovery, the derivatives markets did swell with activity. The whales, with their vast reserves, did reposition themselves, ever watchful for opportunity amidst the chaos. It seemed as if a great game of chance were afoot, and these whales were intent on rolling the dice! 🎲

Now, it is said that an advisor to a financial institution of some renown, one World Liberty Financial, did deposit a substantial amount of USDC into Hyperliquid- a million, to be exact! And with it, he did open a position of great leverage, wagering on an increase in the value of Bitcoin. A staggering sum, truly, though it seems mere droplets in the ocean of their boundless wealth.

The very same individual, emboldened by the market’s recovery, did then venture forth and acquire holdings in another token, ASTER, to the tune of $1.25 million. But alas, fortunes are as fleeting as summer breezes… for it has been noted that his previous ventures did not fare so well, resulting in a loss of over $2.47 million! A cautionary tale, perhaps, of the risks inherent in such endeavors.

“Alas, poor @worldlibertyfi! His previous gamble did not yield the desired fruits. A complete and utter loss, enough to make even the most stoic of men weep! But he is undeterred, shifting his fortunes elsewhere,” so spoke Lookonchain, chronicler of these market events.

Meanwhile, another worthy whale did expertly navigate the tides, closing his short positions in Bitcoin and Ethereum for a tidy profit of $190-$200 million. But pride goeth before a fall, and he quickly re-established his short positions, seeking further opportunity. As of this moment, he doth sit upon an unrealized profit of over $3 million. A cunning fellow, indeed, but one must wonder: when will luck turn its fickle gaze away?

But not all were blessed with fortune’s favor! A certain wallet owner, designated 0xb9fe, found himself utterly defeated by the market’s volatility, losing around $2 million in a single stroke. Yet, like a phoenix from the ashes, he returned with renewed vigor, wagering an additional $72.7 million upon the future price of Ethereum. A bold move, to be sure, but one fraught with peril!

“Behold! The tide has turned, and 0xb9fe has been delivered from his woes! He hath not only recovered his losses but now enjoys a windfall of $3.6 million! Such is the capricious nature of the market, rewarding the audacious and punishing the timid.” declared Lookonchain with undue enthusiasm. 🙄

Other notable traders also joined the fray, entering long positions in Ethereum and Solana, seeking to profit from the market’s recovery. Some succeeded, while others tasted the bitter ashes of disappointment. One trader, known as 0xe9d, took a more measured approach, securing profits modestly.

Yet another, burdened by a losing position for nearly five months, briefly tasted relief during the crash, only to find his fortunes reversed as prices rebounded. Ah, the cruel irony of fate! The market giveth, and the market taketh away. He found himself down another $4.8 million.

Machi, it seems, doth believe in the power of leverage! He has taken large positions in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and a token named HYPE, pushing the limits of risk. Furthermore, he has purchased a small amount of CREAM, perhaps to sweeten his portfolio. A curious addition, to be sure!

– Onchain Lens (@OnchainLens) October 13, 2025

And lo, a certain Christopher Heymann, a founding partner of a network known as 1kx Network, did also return to the market, depositing $2 million USDC and re-opening a leveraged position in ENA. Previously, he too had been humbled by the market’s downturn.

On the Movements of Bitcoin and Ethereum

The activity was not confined to derivatives alone. The spot markets were equally abuzz, as a whale, or perhaps an institution, transferred a substantial amount of Ethereum to the exchanges. Were these funds to be liquidated, the holder would secure a profit… though it is a profit built upon the anxieties of others, is it not?

It is also said that a group of…less reputable individuals did panic-sell their holdings during the crash, incurring significant losses. But fearing the worst had passed, they once again sought to acquire these tokens, but at a steeper price. A foolish endeavor, akin to chasing a phantom. 👻

And finally, a whale, long dormant, finally stirred. This ‘Bitcoin OG,’ as he is known, deposited a sum of 300 BTC to Binance– a sign that even the most steadfast believers can be swayed by the allure of profit. He had held these coins for thirteen years, a testament to the enduring power of hope and the tantalizing promise of future gain.

Thus, the weekend’s turmoil revealed a profound truth: that the world of crypto is one of extremes – of risk and reward, of triumph and despair. Some whales took their profits and departed, while others risked all in the fleeting hope of further gain. And so it goes, the endless dance of fortunes upon the sea of speculation.

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2025-10-13 08:08