"The growth in Bitcoin options trading reflects a more strategic and risk-averse approach to trading Bitcoin, marking a shift in strategies. But what does this mean for the competitive landscape of exchanges offering these products? With options now rivaling futures markets in terms of open interest, this could bring about far-reaching changes... Is this a sign of the crypto market maturing or a signal of more turbulence ahead? The implications might surprise you..."
The changing landscape of Bitcoin futures and options markets The changing landscape of Bitcoin futures and options markets
A sharp decline in Bitcoin futures is being countered by a booming options market, showing investors are taking a more strategic and risk-averse approach to trading Bitcoin.
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Updated: Aug. 11, 2023 at 8:44 am UTC
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Bitcoin, a decentralized currency that defies the sway of central banks or administrators, transacts electronically, circumventing intermediaries via a peer-to-peer network.
