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Bitcoin bulls’ desire for a trend reversal could be obliterated by this week’s $565M options expiry

[Mar 8, 2023 1:24 PM] Significant headwinds continue to batter BTC price, and this week's options expiry is unlikely to provide any relief.

Fed signals a sharp rate hike in March due to inflation — Here's how Bitcoin traders can prepare

[Mar 8, 2023 12:01 PM] The U.S. Federal Reserve is set to roll out a fresh interest rate hike on March 22, and options traders could use this risk-averse strategy to generate profits.

Ethereum price action and derivatives data confirm bears are currently in control

[Mar 7, 2023 3:00 PM] Investors are unwilling to add long positions, as the Shanghai fork is expected to unlock a significant amount of ETH over a short period.

Key Bitcoin price metrics point to BTC downside below $22.5K

[Mar 7, 2023 1:33 PM] BTC’s $1,420 decline in the span of 1-hour negatively impacted demand for stablecoins in Asia and it shifted futures traders into a more defensive attitude.

Total crypto market cap takes a hit amid Silvergate Bank crisis

[Mar 3, 2023 12:01 PM] The total crypto market cap slipped below $1.025 trillion as concerns over Silvergate Bank’s solvency triggered a sharp sell-off in BTC, ETH and altcoins.

Bitcoin’s Price Drop Causes Over $200 Million in Long Liquidations Across Crypto Derivative Exchanges

[Mar 3, 2023 11:30 AM] On Feb. 24, 2023, bitcoin’s price remained above the $23,000 threshold and then rose to a peak of $23,829 per unit on March 1. On March 2 at 8 p.m. Eastern Time, the price of bitcoin fell, dropping below the $23,000 mark. This decline…

Bitcoin price searches for direction ahead of this week’s $710M BTC options expiry

[Mar 1, 2023 1:40 PM] BTC’s recent price swings are the result of regulatory pressure and the Federal Reserve’s stance on U.S. inflation.

Ethereum price resistance at $1,750 could reflect traders’ anxiety over the Shanghai upgrade

[Mar 1, 2023 11:13 AM] Holding gains above $1,750 remains a challenge for ETH, but derivatives data shows traders believe future downside moves will be limited to the most immediate price support.

Bitcoin price continues to fall, but derivatives data hints at a short-term rally to $25K

[Feb 24, 2023 6:00 AM] This week regulators joined hands to highlight the crypto sector’s inherent risk, but pro traders fought back by adding leverage to their long positions.

BTC Down 2% As $1.8 Billion Bitcoin Options Contract Expires Today

[Feb 24, 2023 5:30 AM] While there is always a reason behind every single movement in the market, Bitcoin’s latest bearish trend in the last 24 hours appears to be a result of $1.8 billion Bitcoin options set to expire today. This large volume of Bitcoin set to be…

Bitcoin bears attempt to pin BTC price under $23K ahead of this month’s options expiry

[Feb 23, 2023 1:11 PM] $1.9 billion in BTC options are set to expire on Feb. 24, and bulls are well positioned to profit despite the Federal Reserve's intention to cool off the U.S. economy.

Ethereum derivatives data suggests $1,700 might not remain a resistance level for long

[Feb 21, 2023 3:40 PM] ETH derivatives data shows bullish traders becoming more comfortable with the $1,700 price level, creating an opportunity for further rallies.

Bitcoin price derivatives look a bit overheated, but data suggests bears are outnumbered

[Feb 16, 2023 4:41 PM] Bullish BTC traders are using excessive leverage, but bears’ reluctance to fight back could extend the current Bitcoin price rally.

Bitcoin bulls aim to hold this week’s BTC gains leading into Friday’s $675M options expiry

[Feb 16, 2023 12:37 PM] $675 million in BTC options are set to expire on Feb. 17, but bears could aim to take control by pushing Bitcoin price below $22,000.

Bitcoin pro traders warm up the $24K level, suggesting that the current BTC rally has legs

[Feb 2, 2023 3:20 PM] The Fed’s interest hike matched the market consensus and weak employment data boosted investors’ appetite for risk assets, but BTC traders should still exercise caution.

Ethereum (ETH) price is aiming for $1,800 in February — Here is why

[Feb 2, 2023 12:31 PM] ETH price is finding support at $1,560 and multiple data points are beginning to hint at a possible rally to $1,800 before the end of February.

Bitcoin bulls plan to flip $23K to support by aiming to win this week’s $1B options expiry

[Feb 1, 2023 3:30 PM] BTC bulls are positioned to win this week’s $1 billion options expiry, but the market's post-FOMC reaction could alter their plans.

Total crypto market cap rises above $1T, and data suggests more upside is in store

[Jan 27, 2023 4:30 PM] Bad news continues to dominate crypto media headlines but Bitcoin and the wider market appear to not care.

Data shows pro Bitcoin traders want to feel bullish, but the rally to $23K wasn’t enough

[Jan 26, 2023 4:30 PM] Bitcoin price has flashed a few bullish signals, but traders are not too keen on adding leverage longs until after the Federal Reserve shows its cards on Feb. 1.

$1.48B in Bitcoin options expire on Friday — Will BTC hold $22K?

[Jan 25, 2023 12:09 PM] BTC price has started to correct, and with $1.48 billion in Bitcoin options expiring on Jan. 27, traders are watching to see if the price holds above $22,000.

Ethereum futures and options data reflect investors’ growing confidence in ETH price

[Jan 24, 2023 3:15 PM] ETH price struggles to flip $1,700 to support, but key derivatives data show bulls making plans to break through the resistance.

Bitcoin derivatives data shows room for BTC price to move higher this week

[Jan 22, 2023 6:24 PM] BTC options data suggest that the Bitcoin price rally still has legs, even with wider economic concerns growing and the potential of a brief pause in the crypto market rally.

Bullish crypto traders maintain the upper hand despite the total market cap rejecting at $1T

[Jan 19, 2023 3:30 PM] Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes says catastrophe is coming for the crypto sector, but derivatives data shows bulls slowly taking control of the market.

Bitcoin price corrected, but bulls are positioned to profit in Friday’s $580M BTC options expiry

[Jan 19, 2023 10:39 AM] Reduced inflationary pressure fueled crypto investors' appetite for risk markets, eliminating the possibility of bears profiting from the Jan. 20, $580 million Bitcoin options expiry.

Ethereum price rally under question after ETH slams into resistance at $1.6K

[Jan 18, 2023 2:30 PM] ETH price continues to encounter resistance at the $1,600 level, a potential sign that the current rally lacks sustainable momentum.

Bitcoin price rally to $18K possible as $275M in BTC options expire on Friday

[Jan 11, 2023 1:32 PM] Bitcoin bulls aim to push BTC price to $18,000 and options data outlines clear reasons why.

Bitcoin derivatives data suggests a BTC price pump above $18K won’t be easy

[Jan 9, 2023 4:00 PM] The BTC futures premium remains a topic of concern, but it appears that traders are starting to price similar risks for the upside and downside.

Why is Ethereum (ETH) price up today?

[Jan 9, 2023 11:02 AM] Ethereum's price is up today with most options traders anticipating a run toward $3,500-$4,000 before April 2023.

3 ways crypto derivatives could evolve and impact the market in 2023

[Jan 1, 2022 11:07 AM] Derivatives played a major role in the last bull market and it’s highly likely that they will be integral in the market’s evolution in 2023.

3 reasons why Bitcoin is likely heading below $16,000

[Dec 30, 2022 9:25 AM] Reasons for bearishness include U.S. Federal Reserve tightening, the absence of leverage buyers' demand, and fearful BTC option traders.