CME to launch micro bitcoin and ether options in March
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) announced plans to launch micro bitcoin and ether options, opening the crypto derivatives market to smaller investors. These micro BTC…
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Case for Bitcoin Bottom Near $40K Is Weak as Institutions Stay Away
One observer said traders may be better off trading bitcoin volatility than taking directional bets. While the bitcoin options market has recently shed its bearish bias, some…
As the CME’s Volume Gets Pumped, the Bitcoin ETF’s Quirky Structure Could Explain Some of It
Last week’s launch of the ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF (BITO) was a smash hit by any measure. Yet, it may be that at least part…
First Bitcoin ETF Is Already in Danger of Breaching a Limit on Futures Contracts
Just days after launch, the first U.S. Bitcoin futures exchange-traded fund risks becoming too popular for its own good. The Proshares Bitcoin Strategy ETF (ticker BITO)…
Why Is Bitcoin Going Up, and Will It Crash Soon? What’s Next as Price Doubles to $40K
Bitcoin’s prices reached all-time highs above $40,000 less than a month after breaking $20,000 for the first time. Since the start of the most recent rally, ostensibly…
Digital Assets: Is Crypto Adoption Breaking Out?
Mike Novogratz suggested that bitcoin is gripped by the “network effect.” There might be evidence of that. Novogratz of Galaxy Digital fame, who is also…
Bitcoin Price Moons to New 2020 Highs on PayPal News
Newfound bullish momentum is omnipresent with Bitcoin’s price throughout the last few days. The cryptocurrency has increased by more than $2,000 since October 6th, and…
Bitcoin Futures OI sinks on BitMEX: and it’s a good sign
The recent losses were the aftermath of the US commodities and Futures Trading Commission [CFTC] coming down hard of BitMEX along with the expiry of futures contracts…
Bitcoin Extends Rally as Trading Volume for CME Futures Hits Three-Week High
Trading activity for bitcoin (BTC) futures listed on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) has picked up pace as bitcoin has extended its recent rally to levels above…
Above $10K: CME Bitcoin Futures Hit 3.5-Month Highs
Bitcoin futures listed on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange rose to multi-month highs, breaking above $10,000 early Friday. The February contract crossed above the psychological hurdle…