Bitcoin (BTC) recently hit the $65,000 mark, up 1.7% in 24 hours, driven by strong ETF inflows, particularly from BlackRock s Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) and Grayscale s ETHE. The cumulative net inflows are nearing $18 billion. This surge in demand comes as over $5.8 billion worth of Bitcoin quarterly options are set to expire on Friday, potentially triggering increased market volatility. Despite the adjustments, a significant portion of contracts remain profitable, which could fuel further bullish momentum. However, bearish sentiment is dominant in the near-term expiries, with the highest interest at the $60,000 and $62,000 strike prices, indicating expectations of consolidation or a mild correction. Technical analysis shows Bitcoin retesting the 0.382 Fibonacci retracement level and consolidating within the $62,700-$65,000 range. The asset is also approaching a three-week ascending support line, which could be crucial in determining its next move. Implied volatility (IV) levels are down across major terms as the quarterly delivery approaches, with BTC s options position at 33% and ETH s at 38% of total holdings this quarter. Large Block put option deals suggest active position adjustments. The upcoming U.S. election adds another layer of uncertainty, but overall implied volatility remains low. These developments will be discussed at Benzinga s Future of Digital Assets event on Nov. 19, where industry experts will share strategies for managing risks and capturing opportunities in the rapidly changing crypto market.
Source: benzinga.comPublished on 2024-09-26
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