Bitcoin open interest surges by $2.3 billion as investors increase stakes in long positions
The latest market data shows a notable increase in Bitcoin’s open interest, climbing by roughly $2.3 billion over the past week. This jump reflects a growing willingness among traders to commit more capital to long, or bullish, positions on the leading cryptocurrency. Open interest, which measures the total value of all outstanding derivative contracts that have not yet been settled, serves as a …
Oct. 2, 2026, 9:14 a.m.