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Crypto’s leverage machine finds new life beyond Bitcoin bets

·Economic Times·Impact 3/5 · Notable
MeridStreet AI summary

Crypto derivatives, often associated with high-risk Bitcoin bets, are finding new life in the market. This shift is driven by a growing interest in using crypto to trade traditional assets, such as stocks and commodities. As a result, open interest in real-world asset contracts has surged to $9 billion, accounting for 14% of total trading volume. This trend indicates a maturation of the digital asset space, making it more accessible to mainstream investors.

Source reporting

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MeridStreet analysis

Why it matters

Crypto investors are looking beyond Bitcoin, and open interest in real-world asset contracts is rising. This could lead to increased trading activity and investment in the crypto space.

Market impact

Impact score
3 / 5
Market signal
Positive / risk-on
Category
Market moves
Model confidence
60%

Transmission channels

Rising open interest→Increased trading activity→Crypto investment growth→Derivatives market expansion→Traditional asset competition

Likely winners & losers

Winners

  • Crypto exchanges
  • Derivatives traders

Under pressure

  • Traditional asset managers

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