Market Wrap: Elon Taketh Away – Bitcoin Continues Fall as Options Traders Pile Into Puts
- Date: 18-May-2021
- Source: Yahoo News
- Sector:Financial Markets
- Country:Middle East
Market Wrap: Elon Taketh Away – Bitcoin Continues Fall as Options Traders Pile Into Puts
Most cryptocurrencies are down Monday, prompting a flurry of activity in the options markets as traders reposition themselves amid increased volatility.
Bitcoin (BTC) trading around $44,211 as of 21:00 UTC (4 p.m. ET). Losing 2.8% over the previous 24 hours.
Bitcoin’s 24-hour range: $42,269-$46,462 (CoinDesk 20)