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Trader Turns $87M Profit : Then Loses Everything in Stunning Collapse !
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Trader Turns $87M Profit : Then Loses Everything in Stunning Collapse !

Highly followed trader James Wynn's staggering fall. Wynn, known for high leverage trading and memecoins, rose rapidly in the crypto world before facing massive losses. Learn more about his downfall...

Written by Gaston Cuny

Translated on May 27, 2025 at 17:26 by Sarah

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James Wynn is a high-leverage trader and a fan of memecoins. He experienced a meteoric rise in the world of cryptocurrencies before facing massive losses. His journey has divided the high-risk virtual currency industry and raised concerns about dubious market practices.

Known for his risky bets on speculative altcoins, James Wynn made staggering profits through savvy investments in memecoins like PEPE. His bold positions on Hyperliquid even led him to achieve $87 million in profits.

However, this rapid ascent was accompanied by allegations of market manipulation and controversial practices. James Wynn was accused of profiting from the collapse of some more or less known tokens to enrich himself. This inevitably sparked outrage within the crypto community.

The Collapse of an Empire Built on Memecoins

Today, the trader is facing significant losses. He has seen most of his gains evaporate. His high-leverage positions on volatile assets like Bitcoin and PEPE turned against him, leading to severe setbacks recently.

While James Wynn denies any wrongdoing, his journey remains tainted by suspicions of personal enrichment. Only time will tell if this polarizing trader can reinvent himself in an increasingly demanding cryptocurrency market today.

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Gaston Cuny

Gaston Cuny

Gaston has been a writer for over 7 years and a passionate cryptocurrency enthusiast since 2020. He loves exploring the crypto ecosystem and is now dedicated to sharing his insights and discoveries through InvestX.

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