The approval of spot Ethereum ETFs added a layer of legitimacy to the crypto ecosystem, yet it didn’t ignite a massive price rally for ETH. Instead, the real action surged in the derivatives market. Futures open interest catapulted from $10.57 billion to an all-time high of $17.12 billion, fueled by speculative fervor and institutional involvement, notably on exchanges like Binance and CME. But the real game-changer became evident when...
Ethereum futures hit record highs following spot ETF approval Ethereum futures hit record highs following spot ETF approval
Futures open interest hits all-time high as spot Ethereum ETFs attract institutional investors.
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Updated: May. 29, 2024 at 1:32 am UTC
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Ethereum is a decentralized, open-source blockchain platform that enables the creation of smart contracts and decentralized applications (DApps).
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Binance is a global cryptocurrency exchange that provides a platform for trading more than 100 cryptocurrencies.
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OKX
OKX is a world-leading digital asset exchange, providing advanced financial services to global traders by using blockchain technology.
