The analysis looks into multiple facets of the derivatives market. It notes that while
has returned since the start of 2023, the derivatives demand has been a bit restrained. Nevertheless, both BTC and ETH achieved substantial demand in particular segments.BTC’s funding rate registered some activity in January and even less in the first half of February. However, the latest rally triggered a large spike inThe most recent spike which peaked on 16 February marks the highest level of BTC funding rate seen so far on a YTD basis.
The Deribit report confirms that ETH and BTC annualized yields have recovered substantially in line with spot demand.The common theme with the above findings is that derivatives demand for BTC and ETH are in recovery mode. However, there is still some restraint in the market. The reason for this is that investors took on heavy losses and this has forced many to take a more conservative stance. We may, however, see a higher appetite for risk if the market goes through a state of euphoria as seen in 2021.Subscribe to get it daily in your inbox.