A record $14.5 billion in options contracts will expire this Friday, with Bitcoin and Ethereum showing key pain points at $116,000 and $3,800, respectively, amid rising volatility.
Gate Research reports that $14.5 billion worth of options contracts are set to expire this Friday, marking the largest expiration since the start of 2025. Bitcoin's pain point is identified at $116,000, while Ethereum's is at $3,800. The markets have seen increased volatility, driven by rising Bitcoin volatility and a positive sentiment around Ethereum, with ongoing spot inflows keeping Ethereum's price above $4,500.