Bitcoin's open interest hits new record high in 2023

posted 20 Mar 2023

The open interest in bitcoin futures reached an annual high of $12 billion. This indicates a notable increase in liquidity, which is a vital factor for the markets. Also, trading volumes on decentralized exchanges hit all-time highs over the past 16 months.

The open interest in bitcoin futures reached an annual high of $12 billion.

This indicates a notable increase in liquidity, which is a vital factor for the markets.

Also, trading volumes on decentralized exchanges hit all-time highs over the past 16 months.

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