According to the source, a roughly 15% BTC price increase would liquidate about USD 17B in short positions, implying potential short-squeeze risk for crypto derivatives traders. Source: X post dated Oct 18, 2025. Short liquidations can force market buybacks and accelerate upside moves during squeezes, amplifying volatility. Source: CME Group education on margin calls and liquidations. To assess squeeze risk, traders track funding rates, open interest, and leverage metrics on perpetual futures. Source: Binance Academy derivatives overview.