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Behind $3.8 Billion in Open Interest: How the Expiration of $2 Billion in Bitcoin Options Could Reshape Market Structure

Behind $3.8 Billion in Open Interest: How the Expiration of $2 Billion in Bitcoin Options Could Reshape Market Structure

$2 billion in Bitcoin options expire today, with 25,000 contracts, a put/call ratio of 0.55, and the maximum pain point at $80,000. Analyzing the market sentiment and potential impact behind the $38 billion in open interest.

Blog Team05/15/2026

A Comprehensive Look at Bitcoin ETF Fund Recovery: Five Key Metrics Unpack the Structural Quality of $58.7 Billion Inflows

A Comprehensive Look at Bitcoin ETF Fund Recovery: Five Key Metrics Unpack the Structural Quality of $58.7 Billion Inflows

Starting from five key data dimensions, this article breaks down the composition of ETF capital, institutional allocation strategies, and the evolving supply-demand structure to reveal the true nature of the current recovery.

Blog Team05/15/2026

Bitcoin ETFs vs Direct BTC Ownership: Why Institutional Investors Prefer ETF Structures

Bitcoin ETFs vs Direct BTC Ownership: Why Institutional Investors Prefer ETF Structures

On-chain data reveals the structural secrets behind institutional preference for Bitcoin ETFs—compliant custody, operational efficiency, and a robust strategy ecosystem form the irreplaceable advantages of ETFs.

Blog Team05/15/2026

Gate Metals: Building a Low-Correlation Portfolio Between Bitcoin and Gold

Gate Metals: Building a Low-Correlation Portfolio Between Bitcoin and Gold

This article explores how to build a balanced portfolio between BTC and gold by examining volatility management, allocation ratios, and portfolio optimization, all within the context of Gate’s metal product ecosystem.

Blog Team05/15/2026

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Strategy resumes accumulation after a one-week pause, total holdings reach 818,869 tokens

Strategy resumes accumulation after a one-week pause, total holdings reach 818,869 tokens

Strategy invests $43.1 million to acquire an additional 535 Bitcoins, bringing its total holdings to 818,869 BTC. The projected BTC yield for 2026 reaches 9.4%. This article analyzes the latest developments in institutional Bitcoin accumulation strategies.

Blog Team05/14/2026

Bitcoin ETF Sees Over $600 Million in Single-Day Net Outflows: An In-Depth Analysis of the Factors Driving Capital Withdrawal

Bitcoin ETF Sees Over $600 Million in Single-Day Net Outflows: An In-Depth Analysis of the Factors Driving Capital Withdrawal

Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs have seen simultaneous large-scale outflows, totaling over $660 million. This article breaks down the capital structure, product distribution, and macroeconomic context to analyze the true movements of institutional investors.

Blog Team05/14/2026

BTC Falls Below $79K: US Stocks Hit New Highs, So Why Are Cryptocurrencies Dropping Across the Board?

BTC Falls Below $79K: US Stocks Hit New Highs, So Why Are Cryptocurrencies Dropping Across the Board?

Bitcoin falls below $79,000, while US stocks hit new highs. The Fear and Greed Index drops to 34, bringing the crypto market back into the fear zone after several days.

Blog Team05/14/2026

BTC Supply Squeeze Panorama: 8 On-Chain Data Sets Reveal Structural Changes in the Bitcoin Market

BTC Supply Squeeze Panorama: 8 On-Chain Data Sets Reveal Structural Changes in the Bitcoin Market

This article leverages on-chain data from May 2026 to systematically examine eight key dimensions—long-term holder behavior, exchange balances, miner activity, liquidity indicators, and more—to provide a comprehensive overview of on-chain signals pointing to a tightening supply of BTC.

Blog Team05/14/2026

$13 Billion in Capital Shifts: IBIT Outperforms GLD—Is Bitcoin Replacing Gold as the Institutional Asset of Choice?

$13 Billion in Capital Shifts: IBIT Outperforms GLD—Is Bitcoin Replacing Gold as the Institutional Asset of Choice?

This article takes an in-depth look at the structural logic behind the current shift of institutional capital from gold ETFs to Bitcoin ETFs.

Blog Team05/14/2026