Binance Captures Nearly 30% of $86 Trillion Cryptocurrency Derivatives Market in 2025
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 25 2025- Market Surge: In 2025, cryptocurrency derivatives trading surged to $86 trillion, averaging $265 billion daily, indicating robust market growth potential, particularly driven by increased institutional participation that significantly enhanced market depth.
- Binance Dominance: Binance captured nearly 30% of the global derivatives market share with a cumulative trading volume of $25.09 trillion, solidifying its leadership position in the industry while reflecting its pivotal role in the shift towards institutional trading.
- Liquidation Events: CoinGlass estimated total forced liquidations reached $150 billion in 2025, with the October liquidation event erasing over $19 billion in positions within 24 hours, highlighting market vulnerabilities, especially following President Trump's announcement of 100% tariffs on Chinese imports.
- Open Interest Dynamics: Year-end open interest stood at $145.1 billion, marking a 17% increase from January levels despite experiencing first-quarter deleveraging, indicating sustained interest and confidence from institutional investors in cryptocurrency derivatives.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
