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Data shows Bitcoin traders’ neutral view ahead of Friday’s $750M BTC options expiry
13.1.2022
Derivatives data suggests that sentiment-wise, pro traders are still neutral on Bitcoin’s price prospects ahead of Friday’s $750 million options expiry
Ethereum futures and options data reflects traders’ mixed emotions on $3.2K ETH price
11.1.2022
ETH’s futures markets are slightly bearish, but options traders appear to be interpreting the rally to $3,200 as a bottoming signal
Bitcoin price bounces to $41.5K, but derivatives data shows traders lack confidence
10.1.2022
Key BTC trading metrics are sitting on the edge of the “worst outcome” scenario, suggesting that the current sell-off is far from over
Another ETF Buys Bitcoin Futures, Cites Potential for ‘Significant’ Returns
6.1.2022
The US-listed exchange-traded fund (ETF) WisdomTree Managed Futures Strategy Fund (WTMF) has added an allocation of approximately 1.5% to bitcoin (BTC) futures, citing the potential for “significant” returns uncorrelated with the broader market.
The fund’s allocation has been made in the form...
Rising Bitcoin Leverage Keeps Traders on Edge as Volatility Drops
5.1.2022
Rising leverage in bitcoin (BTC) derivates combined with the lowest levels of volatility in more than a year is currently keeping traders on edge for a potentially explosive move in either direction.
The signal from the derivatives market comes after open interest in bitcoin futures across...
CFTC Fines ‘Decentralized’ Prediction Market Platform Polymarket $1.4 Million, Shuts Down Noncompliant Markets
4.1.2022
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has ordered a “decentralized” prediction market platform to shut down non-compliant markets and pay a fine of $1.4 million. “Polymarket had been operating an illegal unregistered or non-designated facility for event-based...
Ether drops below $3,800, but traders are unwilling to short at current levels
1.1.2022
Ethereum network saw a nine-fold increase in its smart contract deposits, but a descending channel continues to pressure the price
Bitcoin's $6.1 billion options expiry was not enough to break the bearish sentiment
1.1.2022
Bulls had a 90% higher open interest coming into Dec. 31 options expiry but bears managed to balance the scales at $47,175
Binance, FTX To Dominate Bitcoin Futures in 2022, But DEXes Also Gaining Ground – Report
31.12.2021
The major cryptocurrency exchange Binance will continue to dominate the bitcoin (BTC) futures market in 2022, with competition from FTX heating up. At the same time, more stringent regulations mean all centralized exchanges will be challenged by decentralized alternatives in the new year, crypto...
5 ways derivatives could change the cryptocurrency sector in 2022
30.12.2021
Retail and institutional investors love derivatives instruments. Here‘s how they could impact crypto markets in 2022
Bitcoin Leverage Squeeze Likely in ‘Coming Weeks’ - Analysts
28.12.2021
A rapid increase in the amount of leverage coming from the bitcoin (BTC) futures market could mean that either a short or long squeeze will be seen “in the more immediate term,” according to on-chain analytics firm Glassnode....
Read More: Bitcoin Leverage Squeeze Likely in ‘Coming Weeks’...
Report: Decentralized Exchange Volume Surpasses $1 Trillion in 2021, Uniswap Leads the Pack
24.12.2021
Decentralized exchange (dex) volumes have become very prominent this year and some dex applications have been dealing with volumes that are sizable to large centralized crypto exchanges. During the last seven days, Ethereum-based dex platforms processed $21 billion with Uniswap capturing 71% of...
Crypto regulation is coming, but Bitcoin traders are still buying the dip
21.12.2021
The premium on CME Bitcoin futures dropped to zero, but data shows pro traders are still bullish
Bullish Options Data Gives Hope to Ethereum, Bitcoin Investors
20.12.2021
Large options trades that appear to be betting on a year-end rally for ethereum (ETH), and higher prices for bitcoin (BTC) in January, are getting the attention of some crypto traders.
The bullish bets on BTC and ETH were seen on Deribit, the crypto derivatives exchange that accounts for...
Here's why Ethereum traders could care less about ETH's current weakness
19.12.2021
ETH price could hit new lows near $3,600, but derivatives data suggests pro traders still feel bullish
Crypto derivatives can foresee price action but need institutional buzz to truly shine
17.12.2021
The crypto derivatives market plays an important role in price discovery, but institutional investors are needed to add depth
$1.1B in Bitcoin options expire on Friday, but data points to a sub-$55K BTC price
8.12.2021
BTC bulls are looking at a $300 million loss after last week’s 11.5% correction set them up as the losers of Friday’s $1.1 billion options expiry
Bitcoin and altcoins took a hit, but derivatives data reflects a calmer market
6.12.2021
BTC and altcoins took a beating over the weekend, but data shows a market with healthier trading conditions, even if prices consolidate for the foreseeable future
Bitcoin Shows 'Overwhelming' Institutionalization After ‘Significant Deleveraging’
6.12.2021
The crypto market continued lower on Monday after a weekend sell-off that was described as a “significant deleveraging event.” Despite the event now being behind us, however, some traders continued to worry about the potential for an extended market correction.
At 11:14 UTC, the total crypto...
Phemex Is Bringing Its Community’s Dreams to Life Celebrating Its Second Anniversary
6.12.2021
Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange Phemex is celebrating its 2nd anniversary this November. It’s been an eventful couple of years for the derivatives platform, and with its Choose Your Reality event, this anniversary is going to be a memorable one. Phemex’s dedication to...