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Ethereum open interest grows as market hype grows around spot ETFs Ethereum open interest grows as market hype grows around spot ETFs

Ethereum open interest grows as market hype grows around spot ETFs

with insights from CoinGlass

The ETFs recorded an impressive volume of $1.11 billion on the first trading day, led by BlackRock's $266.5 million inflows.

Ethereum open interest grows as market hype grows around spot ETFs

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Ethereum ETFs debuted in the US with a staggering $1.11 billion in trading volume, suggesting robust interest from market participants. This enthusiasm was led by BlackRock's influx of $266.5 million. Within the first 90 minutes alone, trading volumes hit $361 million, setting a promising tone. But what's really intriguing is how this surge in ETFs is impacting the Ethereum derivatives market. CoinGlass data highlighted a particularly sharp spike on July 24... which raises the critical question: could this burgeoning interest pose a hidden risk for Ethereum?