Bitcoin Futures Surge: Open Interest Reaches $64.8 Billion with CME and Binance Leading the Charge

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On May 4th, COINOTAG highlighted significant activity in the Bitcoin futures market, with total open interest reaching 673,260 BTC, equating to approximately $64.8 billion . The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) leads the market, recording an open interest of 145,920 BTC, valued around $14.04 billion . This puts CME in the top position for Bitcoin futures trading. Following closely is Binance, with an open interest of 117,020 BTC, which corresponds to about $11.26 billion . These figures underscore the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency trading, reflecting an increasing engagement from institutional investors and a heightened demand for hedging strategies. As Bitcoin continues to be a focal point in the crypto space, the growth in futures contracts signifies a maturation of market dynamics, attracting both seasoned traders and new participants seeking exposure to this volatile asset class. Source: https://en.coinotag.com/breakingnews/bitcoin-futures-surge-open-interest-reaches-64-8-billion-with-cme-and-binance-leading-the-charge/

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