$100M liquidated Hyperliquid whale says he’s taking a break from perp trading

James Wynn, a whale trader on the decentralized exchange Hyperliquid (HYPE), announced on X that he’s stepping away from perpetual trading after reportedly turning $4 million into $100 million—only to lose it all, ending with a $17.5 million account deficit. He called the trading experience fun and praised Hyperliquid for its impeccable service and excellent platform. Wynn said it’s time to return to his roots, the place that shaped him into what he called a “gigantic degenerate.”