The Bitcoin options market has hit a significant milestone following the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's approval of options trading on BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust.
This move has generated excitement within the Bitcoin options trading community, who see it as a pathway to new opportunities. At the same time, some remain cautious, highlighting potential risks.
One key benefit for the Bitcoin market is the potential for greater liquidity, a factor that often appeals to institutional investors seeking assets with higher liquidity. As a result, this development could attract more long-term and institutional players to the market.
A report from CryptoQuant points to a noteworthy trend: options trading seems to be drawing in long-term investors, unlike futures trading. The report shows that over half of current BTC options have expiration dates extending beyond five months, whereas many futures contracts expire within three months.
While many in the crypto space view this as a positive step, others urge a more careful outlook. The primary concern revolves around the possibility that options trading on Bitcoin ETFs could increase short selling activity. Historically, when the supply of “paper Bitcoin” rises, the market has often faced downward pressure.
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