Why Is HYPE Going Up So Fast

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The recent HYPE rally is being driven by a combination of institutional ETF demand, futures market activity, and token supply mechanics. Newly launched spot HYPE ETFs absorbed tens of millions of dollars in inflows shortly after launch, creating strong buying pressure in the market.

At the same time, Hyperliquid’s Assistance Fund uses most protocol fees to buy back HYPE tokens, creating a deflationary effect. Futures traders betting against the rally were also forced to close positions as prices continued climbing, triggering a short squeeze that accelerated momentum even further.

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hyperliquid’s buyback mechanism strengthens the supply dynamic since protocol revenue is recycled into token purchases