Bitcoin and Ethereum pull back ahead of 3.1 billion USD in option expiry

In anticipation of the $3.1 billion options expiry on May 16, Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at approximately 102,300 USD, down 1.53%, while Ethereum (ETH) stands at 2,552 USD, declining 2.53%. The lead market within crypto options is Deribit, controlling about 85% of trades.

During significant option expiries, historical data shows that price fluctuations of 5-7% are common as traders react to the max pain points, where options become worthless. This situation leaves traders uncertain, monitoring for upcoming catalysts that could influence BTC and ETH prices.

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