As reported by Coinpedia, around $27 billion worth of Bitcoin and Ethereum options expired on December 26, 2025, on Deribit, one of the world’s largest crypto options exchanges. Bitcoin is trading near $88,000, while Ethereum is close to $2,950, as traders anticipate potential volatility. Bitcoin accounts for $23.6 billion of the expiry, with 268,000 contracts settling at once. The put-to-call ratio stands at 0.38, indicating more bullish than bearish bets. Ethereum’s expiry totals nearly $4 billion, with traders cautious around the $3,000 level. XRP and Solana show mixed signals, with Solana showing a small recovery.
$27B Bitcoin, Ethereum Options Expiry Today: Market Volatility Expected
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Bitcoin price today is near $88,000 as $27 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options expire on Deribit on December 26, 2025. Ethereum price today stands at $2,950, with traders bracing for volatility. Bitcoin accounts for $23.6 billion of the expiry, with 268,000 contracts settling at once. The put-to-call ratio is 0.38, showing more bullish bets. Ethereum’s expiry totals nearly $4 billion, with caution around $3,000. XRP and Solana show mixed signals, with Solana slightly rebounding.
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