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Bitcoin Prices Plunge To Almost $82,000 As Political Momentum Stalls 🚏 In a recent Forbes article, Michael Marshall, Head of Research at Amberdata, stated that “Bitcoin’s recent drop to about $85,000 is linked to several factors that are making investors nervous.” “Large funds are pulling out of Bitcoin ETFs, and many investors are avoiding tech stocks right now. Because Bitcoin often moves in line with tech stocks, when markets like the Nasdaq fall—and companies like Tesla and Nvidia face challenges—Bitcoin also suffers,” he noted. Read the full article by Charles Lloyd Bovaird II with commentary from other analysts here: https://lnkd.in/grsj3jeC

IBIT vs Deribit (& More Exchanges) Options Volume for Bitcoin on the last 90 days. Comparing option volumes between select TradFi, CeFi, and DeFi exchanges. View the new chart on Amberdata Derivatives in the first comment:

Are you trying to navigate the storm of altcoin volatility? ⛈️ Learn more about how we are accurately modeling volatility surfaces for altcoins in our methodology ⤵️ Check out the visualizations in the first comment:

Bitcoin Could Plunge Further Toward $80K—Or Much Lower, Experts Say 🪠 In a recently published article, Amberdata’s Director of Derivatives Greg Magadini, CFA told Decrypt on Tuesday that spot Bitcoin ETFs have given market participants new tools to “capture high yields found in the crypto ecosystem” that previously went untapped. "Historically, crypto has had a high cost of capital paid through perp funding or futures basis as traders were willing to pay up to 30% a year for leverage,” he said, adding the presence of a basis trade in Bitcoin is relatively new. Among traditional finance institutions, the cost of capital is closer to that of risk-free rates. The 10-year Treasury yield, often used as a proxy, stood around 4.42% on Tuesday. Magadini said that the basis for Bitcoin futures will likely fall toward that rate as a structural trend established in the crypto market through the start of spot Bitcoin ETFs. Read the article by André Beganski that also includes commentary from Geoff Kendrick, and Arthur Hayes ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gWbmuBQp

This week, key economic data releases include the PCE inflation gauge on Friday (+2.6% YoY expected), which could offset the higher-than-expected CPI print from earlier this month. Nvidia's earnings on Wednesday and various Fed speakers throughout the week will also influence market sentiment. Bitcoin remains consolidated, with volatility muted despite a recent price dip. Meanwhile, Solana faces headwinds from memecoin speculation and upcoming token unlocks. Significant put volume signals downside risk. However, if market positioning shifts, there could be a relief rally. If you missed the Amberdata Derivatives newsletter by Greg Magadini, CFA, Director of Derivatives at Amberdata this week! Here are the key insights: Macro Update: 🔸 The Fed’s preferred inflation gauge, PCE, is expected at +2.6% YoY, signaling cooling inflation after a hotter CPI (+3.3%). 🔸 Market sentiment weakened last week, with consumer sentiment missing expectations (64.7 vs. 67.8 expected). 🔸 VIX futures remain in contango despite a spike in volatility. Bitcoin Consolidation Continues 🔸 Short-volatility theme remains intact, as BTC trades within its expected weekly range. 🔸 At the time, the Bybit hack had minimal impact on BTC implied volatility, reinforcing the consolidation thesis. Solana: Memecoin Mania & Unlock Risk 🔸 Memecoin frenzy fueled by Pump Fun, leading to increased SOL volatility. 🔸 March 1st SOL vesting unlock ($2B in SOL) is a key overhang, with potential selling pressure from creditors. 🔸 80% of SOL options block-trade volume was in puts, compared to 40% for BTC & 37.5% for ETH. Trade Insight: 🔸 SOL options volatility (IV) is more attractive than BTC IV. 🔸 Potential SOL relief rally if the market is too crowded to the downside. TL;DR: 🔸 BTC: Still in consolidation. 🔸 SOL: Volatility presents trading opportunities. 🔸 PCE & Nvidia earnings are key market movers this week. ⤵️ Read the full weekly newsletter in the first comment:

Want to learn more about Crypto Reference Rates?... Amberdata’s crypto reference rates offer a fair, reliable measure of digital asset prices like BTC, ETH, and stablecoins. These rates empower market players to make informed decisions, settle contracts, and ensure compliance. Key Uses of Reference Rates: 🌟 Benchmarking for Trading and Derivatives: Plan investments, anchor trades, and execute strategies using reference rates. 📈 Creating Indices: Measure asset performance or gain market insights. Indices aid in arbitrage trading and portfolio benchmarking. 💰 Price Assets and ETFs: Utilize rates to price assets, determine ETF NAV, and ensure transparent pricing. ⚖️ Settle Contracts: Use Bitcoin reference rates for fair contract settlements. 🛡️ Hedging Risk: Manage risk by hedging against price fluctuations or implementing risk mitigation tactics. 📊 Accounting and Reporting: Employ reference rates for asset valuations, analytics, and regulatory compliance. 🔍 Maintaining Compliance: Amberdata’s reference rates offer a solution for fair asset valuations, crucial for compliance. Explore how Amberdata's reference rates can enhance your trading strategies and risk management. Learn more about reference rates in the first comment:

Amberdata at CoinDesk's Conensus HK 2025 ⭐ Amberdata was a proud Block Sponsor at Consensus Hong Kong 2025, the premier crypto gathering in Asia. With institutional momentum surging and regulatory clarity expanding, the event showcased a maturing digital asset market primed for growth. Key insights from Amberdata’s leadership reinforced how rising adoption, AI integration, and tokenization are shaping the future of finance. The team in attendance included Shawn Douglass, CEO, Tongtong Gong, Co-Founder, and Amanda Chan, Enterprise Sales Director APAC at Amberdata! As Hong Kong cements itself as a global crypto hub, Amberdata remains at the forefront, driving innovation and insight. See you in 2026! 🌐 Learn more about the time we had at Consensus HK ⤵️ https://hubs.la/Q038fpkc0

Massive liquidations as a result of the price impact from Bybit hack news late last week: Chart 1: Ethereum Total Liquidations Chart 2: Bitcoin Total Liquidations Source: Amberdata Derivatives

Solana Whales Increase Engagement in Bearish Options Plays on Deribit Amid SOL Meltdown & Impending Unlock 🔓 In a recent publication, Greg Magadini, CFA, Director of Derivatives at Amberdata, said, "Nearly 80% of the block-trade volume was concentrated in put contracts. Compared to only 40% puts for BTC and 37.5% puts for ETH during the same timeframe." Check out the complete CoinDesk article by Omkar Godbole in the first comment: