
Decline in crypto-margined futures may signal market maturity
Comparing the crypto-margined and cash-margined futures open interest reveals a discrepancy that has never been higher, indicating a growing preference for stability and risk mitigation in the market.

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In the volatile world of Bitcoin futures, savvy traders are shifting strategies to mitigate risk. Using USD or stablecoin collateralization instead of Bitcoin, these traders are sidestepping the compounded risk of market downturns... But why now?