Bitcoin and Ethereum Traders Boost Put Options Amid Rising Volatility

Market participants increase downside hedging as short-term volatility climbs and strike prices reflect bearish sentiment.

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Terms & Concepts
  • Put Option: A financial contract giving the holder the right to sell an asset at a specified price before a certain date, often used to hedge against price declines.
  • Strike Price: The predetermined price at which the holder of an options contract can buy or sell the underlying asset.
  • Volatility: A measure of the price fluctuation of an asset over time, often influencing options pricing and trading strategies.