The Wolf Of All Streets Traders Bet On Bitcoin Hitting $200,000! Crypto Options Are Booming | Luuk Strijers, CEO Of Deribit
Jan 26, 2025
Luuk Strijers, CEO of Deribit, shares insights from the leading crypto options platform that dominates the market. He explains how institutions are hedging their positions and why options are crucial for Bitcoin's growth. With a bold prediction of Bitcoin hitting $200,000, Luuk discusses the competitive landscape of crypto options and the importance of regulatory nuances. He contrasts traditional trading with innovative strategies like carry trades, giving traders valuable perspectives for navigating the evolving crypto market.
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Deribit's Dominance
- Deribit controls ~85% of the global crypto options market, competing against crypto natives and legacy markets like CME.
- Spot markets drive crypto, especially in the U.S., but options and futures grow in popularity globally.
Deribit's History
- Deribit, launched in 2016, initially focused on perpetuals due to high volatility in options.
- Options gained traction in 2018-2019 with institutional interest, leading to Deribit's current dominance.
Institutional Adoption
- Institutions adopting crypto range from crypto-native hedge funds to traditional firms hedging Bitcoin exposure.
- Deribit facilitates hedging, speculation, and income generation for miners and exchanges.