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On the new episode of Crypto Options Action, our team memebers Jordan & JC study the price charts and vol surface in order to profit from the volatility. The team thinks a breakout to new highs will happen, but is less likely to happen over the weekend due to 1) the lack of buying pressure from the spot ETF over the weekend, and 2) the fact that in previous cycles BTC has taken a minimum of a few weeks to make new highs. The 2-day implied vol on the DeVol platform is currently lower than on other platforms, which means buying options is cheaper than it should be. Given this info, and the fact that there's still a 20% chance that BTC could break out this weekend, they decide to execute a long butterfly spread that expires on 03/10. https://lnkd.in/eNa9Phqx

The upcoming Bitcoin halving in April could trigger temporary profit-taking, leading to short-term declines. Following sideways consolidation within Q2's second half, a sustained bull market appears likely, potentially commencing in Q3-Q4 and carrying momentum through 2025's first half. This outlook aligns with historical post-halving trends, but individual asset performance may vary.

📈💼 Bloomberg reports investors flocking back as crypto prices surge; Coinbase's Q4 trading revenue jumps 60% YoY, Robinhood's Dec trading volume skyrockets 242%; Arca trader Kyle Doane notes individual investor re-entry but not yet to previous bull market extent, with crypto-related stocks exhibiting higher volatility; individual investor role pivotal in crypto market, Coinbase app downloads rising but still below 2022 levels; narratives like Bitcoin halving expected to lure more individual investors. #BitcoinWorld 📊📱

👀 This week’s Crypto Market Pulse is out — bringing you insights on market movements, the latest news, and upcoming catalysts ✨ US Spot Bitcoin ETFs begin trading; $7.69B volume in first two days 📊 US inflation at 3.4% YoY in December 2023, above estimates 🔎 Circle, issuer of USDC, files for IPO Read the full Market Pulse newsletter here 👇https://lnkd.in/gCA66CTX

Bitcoin kicked-off the week breaking past $70k, currently hovering around the $65k mark. Historical trends hint at a volatility spike around halving events, predicting a price swing from $65-95k. Watch for active trading by BTCO investors in ETF markets, aiming for profit-taking and strategic buys. Meanwhile, spot exchange reserves plummet at a historic rate amid growing social media buzz over US debt concerns and the Fed’s stance. Dive into these developments in the latest issue of the opening bell. #Openingbell 🔔 #Bitcoin #BitcoinHalving

Bitcoin’s price dropped below $60,000, hitting a low of $58,112 today, leaving many in the crypto community puzzled. This decline comes despite recent speculation around a 50 bps Fed rate cut, which had sparked rallies across stocks, crypto, and gold. The unexpected dip is raising questions about market sentiment, especially as political uncertainty around the 2024 US presidential election continues to influence market movements. The recent assassination attempts on Donald Trump have added to the volatility, creating a challenging environment for both traditional and digital asset investors.

When Bitcoin prices stagnate, long-term investors might feel stuck. But these periods of minimal volatility can offer strategic profit opportunities for savvy traders. Range trading, for instance, allows you to capitalize on predictable price oscillations by buying low and selling high within a defined range. Grid trading bots automate this process, executing trades 24/7 and removing emotion from decision-making. For those seeking passive income, options like crypto interest accounts, staking, and lending can generate steady returns without the need for constant market monitoring. Looking for more advanced strategies? Bitcoin futures and arbitrage trading are two ways to profit in flat markets. Futures trading allows you to hedge on future price predictions, while arbitrage takes advantage of price differences across exchanges. These tactics, though potentially profitable, carry higher risks and require strong risk management. For those more cautious, investing in Bitcoin-related projects or DeFi protocols can also provide indirect exposure to the market’s potential growth. How do you navigate Bitcoin's stagnant periods? #BitcoinTrading #CryptoStrategies #PassiveIncome #FuturesTrading #DeFi #Arbitrage

CRYPTO HAS RISEN! every time crypto prices fall, uninformed people call it scam/dead. but that's how a free market behaves; in cycles. intelligent investors study the cycles and move accordingly. crypto market cap is slowly approaching the height of the 2022 bull market - $3t.

Why is crypto so beloved by momentum traders or speculators: Look no further than at the performance swing from 02AUG to 15AUG. -7% to -14% for the big crypto names, and the average crypto index ETP was down over -4.5%. -- I can now chose any time period and generate this plot in 2seconds. Very useful to see where things are happening I may have missed from the main headlines, news channels.