30 stories about Volatility from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Sep 25, 2026.
Traders are heavily investing in Bitcoin options expecting prices to hit $82,000 by May 29. This comes as $6.25 billion in options contracts are set to expire, creating significant market volatility. Max pain is at $75,000, but call positioning is strong at $80,000.
Bitcoin (BTC) is struggling to break above $70,000, with weak demand and heavy short positioning. The market remains range-bound, but short squeezes could still occur.
Bitcoin has retreated from its recent high near $80,000, settling around $78,000. This volatility follows a sharp rally, indicating a more reactive market phase.
Glassnode has introduced new tools to visualize Bitcoin options volatility over time. These heatmaps let users track expected price swings across different strike prices and expiration dates. The feature helps traders assess market sentiment and potential price movements more clearly.
CME Group is introducing futures contracts that let traders bet on bitcoin's price swings, not just its price. This could make it easier for both professionals and everyday investors to manage risk in the crypto market.
Bitcoin fell under $80,000 following U.S. strikes in Iran, which briefly pushed oil prices above $100. This triggered $300 million in liquidations of futures bets, shifting market sentiment to bearish.