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<p>The crypto market is experiencing significant <strong>volatility</strong> today as <strong>Bitcoin</strong> (BTC) and <strong>Ethereum</strong> (ETH) options worth a combined $11 billion are set to expire. This critical event could shape price action in the coming days, with market participants closely watching key levels such as $80,000 for Bitcoin and $2,900 for Ethereum.</p> 
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="bitcoin-options-a-9-48-billion-expiry">Bitcoin Options: A $9.48 Billion Expiry</h2> 
<p>Approximately 98,500 Bitcoin options contracts, valued at a staggering $9.48 billion, are expiring today. This is nearly three times the size of last week’s expiration event, underscoring its potential impact. Analysts highlight the <strong>“maximum pain point”</strong> for Bitcoin at $80,000. If BTC holds above this level, it could pave the way for greater market stability.</p> 
<p>Notably, the highest open interest is at the $100,000 strike, with $2 billion worth of contracts tied to this price point. This indicates strong investor belief in Bitcoin’s potential to achieve this milestone. However, breaking through resistance levels will be essential for such an upward move.</p> 
<p>Looking ahead, an even larger options expiry is anticipated at the end of December, which could bring additional <strong>market turbulence</strong>.</p> 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="ethereum-options-1-47-billion-contracts-expire">Ethereum Options: $1.47 Billion Contracts Expire</h2> 
<p>In tandem with Bitcoin, 412,000 Ethereum options contracts worth $1.47 billion are also set to expire. The <strong>put-to-call ratio</strong> of 0.74 reflects a bullish sentiment, with more traders betting on price gains. Ethereum’s maximum pain point sits at $2,900, a critical threshold for determining near-term price movements.</p> 
<p>The optimism surrounding Ethereum has fueled discussions about its ability to maintain a <strong>bullish trend</strong>, particularly when considered alongside Bitcoin’s market dynamics.</p> 
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="broader-market-context">Broader Market Context</h2> 
<p>The cryptocurrency market is currently valued at approximately $3.32 trillion. Since early November, nearly $1 trillion has flowed into the market, reflecting heightened investor interest.</p> 
<p>Bitcoin is trading near $95,757, showing signs of recovery, while Ethereum remains just below $3,550. With today’s major expiry event, significant price swings could occur in the coming days.</p> 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="scenarios-for-bitcoin-and-ethereum">Scenarios for Bitcoin and Ethereum</h2> 
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 <li><strong>Bullish Case:</strong> If Bitcoin and Ethereum prices hold above their respective maximum pain points ($80,000 and $2,900), the market could see a continuation of the upward momentum. Bitcoin may even attempt a push toward $100,000.</li> 
 <li><strong>Bearish Case:</strong> If selling pressure intensifies, Bitcoin could drop to $80,000 or even $75,000, while Ethereum might test $2,900 or fall further to $2,500.</li> 
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="conclusion">Conclusion</h2> 
<p>Today’s options expiry is a pivotal event for the cryptocurrency market, with potential ripple effects across Bitcoin, Ethereum, and beyond. Traders and investors are closely monitoring key levels, as the outcome will likely define the next phase of market direction.</p> 
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