Deribit Releases $2.22 Billion Options Expiry Data Amid Market Volatility
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 08 2026- Market Volatility: The crypto market has declined over 2.6% in the past 24 hours, with a market cap exceeding $3.07 trillion, indicating heightened tension and uncertainty among investors.
- Options Expiry Details: Deribit revealed that over $2.22 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options will expire on January 9, with Bitcoin options totaling $1.84 billion, highlighting the market's keen focus on price fluctuations.
- Outflow Trends: On January 7, U.S. Bitcoin ETFs experienced outflows exceeding $486 million, with Fidelity's FBTC seeing the largest outflow of $247 million, reflecting a cautious stance from institutional investors.
- Regulatory Clarity Expected: Clearer crypto regulations are anticipated to be implemented in the U.S. this month through the CLARITY Act, which will provide a new rulebook for the crypto market, potentially boosting market confidence and facilitating future growth.
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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.
