CoinDesk Podcast Network 'Staying Long': Crypto Options and Market Evolution With GSR CIO | Markets Daily
May 14, 2025
Join a riveting discussion with GSR's Chief Investment Officer as he dives into the evolving world of crypto options trading. Discover the unique dynamics that set crypto markets apart from traditional finance. Learn how institutional players are reshaping strategies and liquidity. The conversation highlights blending investment approaches between cryptocurrencies and equities. Plus, insights from Consensus 2025 provide a fascinating backdrop to current trends in the crypto landscape.
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Crypto Options Trading Patterns
- Short-term options trading in crypto involves a lot of noise and income generation strategies.
- Long-term call options on Bitcoin often serve as lottery-ticket bets on significant price increases.
Crypto vs Traditional Options Markets
- Crypto options markets show less call overriding than traditional finance markets.
- Institutional behaviors like index options trading might increase as traditional players enter crypto.
Distinct Crypto Options Venues
- CME and Deribit offer separate crypto options venues with good liquidity each.
- Regulatory clarity may be needed before these markets fully merge.