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Story: Bitcoin and Ethereum Options Expire Amid Bearish Sentiment

By Pankaj K

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As Bitcoin and Ethereum approach the expiration of significant options contracts, market sentiment has taken a decidedly bearish turn.

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Bitcoin is seeing the expiration of contracts with a substantial notional value of over $1.5 billion.

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Ethereum, too, is facing a sizable expiration of options contracts, though its open interest is down slightly from the previous week.

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As the expiration of Bitcoin and Ethereum options nears, market participants are positioning for a potential downturn.

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The charts from Greeks.live further reveal that there is a heavy concentration of option contracts at strike prices below Bitcoin’s current price.

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The Upcoming Trade Talks and Market Volatility

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This bearish sentiment comes amidst concerns about potential market volatility over the weekend.

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The geopolitical tension surrounding the trade talks between the U.S. and China, particularly over the implementation of tariffs, could act as a catalyst for increased volatility.

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In contrast, positive news from the trade talks could act as a tailwind for Bitcoin, potentially propelling its price upward.

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While the expiration of these contracts may bring some short-term volatility, it is a reminder of the interconnectedness of the crypto market with broader financial and…

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