Trump-Linked Advisor's 10x AVAX Bet: Profit Soars, But Liquidation Looms
Advisor To Trump Family's World Liberty FinancialWLFI-- Opened A Bold 10x Long Bet On AvalancheAVAX-- — Here's How Much They Have Gained
An advisor to the Trump family-backed cryptocurrency platform World Liberty Financial (WLFI) has executed a 10x leveraged long position on Avalanche (AVAX), worth $2.2 million, following the announcement of AgriFORCE Growing Systems Ltd.’s rebranding to AVAXAVAX-- One[1]. The position, opened at an entry price of $33.88, has seen the token rise to $34.146 as of the latest data, generating an unrealized profit of $17,445 for the pseudonymous trader known as Ogle[2]. This move aligns with AVAX One’s strategy to raise $550 million through a publicly traded treasury focused on accumulating the $14 billion-valued AVAX token[3].
The rebranding initiative, which includes a corporate treasury dedicated to AVAX accumulation, has spurred significant market activity. AgriFORCE’s shares surged nearly 75% following the announcement, while AVAX itself reached an 8-month high of $35.91[1]. Anthony Scaramucci, founder of SkyBridge Capital, will lead AVAX One’s advisory board, signaling institutional credibility to the project[3]. The company’s shares, however, slipped 2.85% in after-hours trading after closing 26.53% lower during Tuesday’s regular session[1], highlighting the volatility inherent in such speculative ventures.
Other major players have also entered the AVAX market. Whale wallet “0xb2ca” opened a $17.2 million 5x leveraged long position, amassing over $900,000 in unrealized gains within nine hours[2]. This surge in institutional and retail interest coincides with broader corporate adoption of AVAX, including discussions by the Avalanche Foundation to raise a $1 billion crypto treasury vehicle[2]. Meanwhile, Grayscale’s filing for a spot Avalanche ETF in August 2025[2] further underscores growing institutional demand for the token.
Despite recent gains, AVAX remains 76% below its all-time high of $146 set in November 2021[2]. The leveraged nature of Ogle’s and other whale positions amplifies both potential profits and risks, as AVAX must stay above $15.50 to avoid liquidation[2]. Blockchain analytics firm Lookonchain noted that leveraged trading, while capable of magnifying returns, significantly increases exposure to volatility, a critical consideration for investors in the crypto market[1].
The strategic pivot by AgriFORCE and WLFI’s advisory activities reflect a broader trend of corporate treasury strategies favoring altcoins. AgriFORCE’s shares initially surged over 200% at Monday’s open after the rebranding announcement[2], demonstrating how corporate actions can drive short-term price momentum. However, the stock’s subsequent decline and low growth score—a metric combining historical revenue and earnings expansion—suggest challenges in sustaining long-term value creation[1].
Market observers highlight the dual-edged nature of leveraged bets in crypto. While Ogle’s position has yielded modest gains thus far, the 10x leverage exposes it to rapid losses if AVAX’s price reverses. This aligns with broader industry caution, as leveraged positions often underpin market volatility. The Avalanche Foundation’s efforts to secure discounted AVAX purchases and Grayscale’s ETF filing[2] indicate a coordinated push to stabilize and grow the token’s value, though long-term success remains contingent on broader adoption and regulatory clarity.
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