An increase in open interest alongside a price rise is often seen as a sign of strengthening bullish momentum.
Bitcoin (BTC) has climbed 2% since midnight UTC, reaching $87,800. This price jump has been accompanied by a sharp rise in futures open interest on Binance, reinforcing the positive market sentiment and suggesting the potential for further gains.
According to data from Coinglass and Velo Data, open interest in BTC-USDT futures on Binance has grown by roughly 7,000 BTC, adding approximately $614.6 million since early Asian trading hours. Open interest measures the number of active futures contracts at a given time.
Additionally, funding rates on Binance have remained positive, indicating a continued preference for leveraged long positions among traders.
“This surge in open interest signals increased volatility ahead,” Coinglass noted, highlighting the potential for larger market movements.
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