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$11 Billion in Bitcoin Options Set to Expire on October 30, 2026

October 29, 2026, 5:15 PM UTC (3 hours ago) · 1 source · Summarized by CryptoBipto

Approximately $11 billion worth of Bitcoin options contracts are scheduled to expire on October 30, 2026. Large options expirations can sometimes lead to increased short-term volatility in Bitcoin's price as traders adjust or close their positions.

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