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Navigating Hedging and Risk Management in Crypto Derivatives

Navigating Hedging and Risk Management in Crypto Derivatives! The explosive growth of cryptocurrency markets has led to the rise of various financial instruments aimed at maximizing opportunities while mitigating risks. Among these instruments, crypto derivatives have emerged as a popular way for investors and traders to gain exposure to the volatility of crypto assets without holding the underlying tokens. However, the volatility that makes cryptocurrencies attractive can also introduce significant risks. This is where hedging and risk management become crucial strategies for market participants. What Are Crypto Derivatives? Crypto derivatives are financial contracts that derive their value from an underlying cryptocurrency. The most common types include futures, options, and swaps. These contracts allow traders to speculate on the price movements of cryptocurrencies without actually owning the assets. For instance, a trader can buy a futures contract for Bitcoin (BTC), allowing them ...

SEC Approves Options for BlackRock's Spot Bitcoin ETF

The SEC has officially approved options for BlackRock’s iShares Spot Bitcoin ETF. Options are contracts that grant the right to buy or sell an underlying asset at a certain price. The move is a major one for BlackRock’s clients that already participate in the iShares Bitcoin trust. JUST IN: SEC approves options for BlackRock's spot #Bitcoin ETF. — Watcher.Guru (@WatcherGuru) September 20, 2024 Options are critical for institutional adoption of Bitcoin, especially with the highly volatile crypto ETFs. Since their launch in January 2024, Bitcoin ETFs have performed extremely well, with BlackRock and Grayscale’s ETFs leading the pack. In March 2024, the success of Bitcoin ETF and large streams of inflows brought BTC to a new all-time high of $73,000. Options could also arrive for Spot Ethereum ETFs. Last month , Nasdaq and BlackRock filed to add options to their ETH fund. However, that deadline is much further away. If approval is granted, it wouldn’t be until Apr...