#open-interest

#open-interest

Bitcoin futures' open interest surged significantly, reflecting renewed market interest and potential price movements.

CME Bitcoin futures open interest has reached a record high of 172,430 BTC, propelled by significant activity from market participants.

Bitcoin experienced a $5 billion increase in open interest signifying growing trader confidence and expectations for market volatility.

Notional open interest in BTC options on Deribit reached a record high of $15 billion last week.

Increased options trading indicates a preference for hedging and leveraging gains.

BTC options market has surpassed the futures market in terms of activity.

Bitcoin traders set new record for BTC futures positions with over $37.7 billion in open interest.

Cash-margined Bitcoin futures are gaining institutional interest, driving open interest to record highs.

The dollar-valued locked-in open futures and perpetual futures contracts have topped $21 billion for the first time since November 2021.

The overall leverage in the market remains low, indicating low odds of sudden liquidation-induced price volatility.

CME bitcoin futures open interest reached a record high of $6.2 billion as institutions anticipate a spot bitcoin ETF approval.

K33 Research predicts that if a spot-based bitcoin ETF is approved, investors will quickly unwind their positions, leading to a decrease in open interest and premiums.