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Bitcoin Volatility Shift: A Closer Look at Post-ETF Dynamics

Monday Nov 24 2025 09:10

2 min

Table of Contents

1. Bitcoin Volatility Overview
1.1 Historical Bitcoin Volatility
1.2 Recent Volatility Shift
1.3 Skew Chart Analysis
1.4 Large Options Positions
1.5 Potential Implications for Bitcoin Price
1.6 Conclusion

Bitcoin Volatility Overview

Bitcoin's market capitalization has experienced a significant decline, accompanied by challenges such as ETF outflows and whale selling. However, this analysis focuses on another crucial aspect: Bitcoin's volatility. After many believed that ETFs had "tamed" Bitcoin, the market seems to be reverting to its previous volatile behavior.

Historical Bitcoin Volatility

Data from the past five years shows spikes in volatility during major market events such as the Luna/UST collapse and the FTX downfall. However, since the approval of ETFs, volatility had remained relatively low until recently.

Recent Volatility Shift

In recent months, the Bitcoin volatility index has shown an uptick, indicating a potential shift in market dynamics. Contrary to previous trends, implied volatility has been rising even as the price of Bitcoin has declined.

Skew Chart Analysis

Skew chart analysis indicates that options trading, particularly call options, are playing a significant role in Bitcoin's price action. The rise in call option skew may indicate a potential "gamma squeeze," where traders are forced to buy Bitcoin to hedge their short positions, further driving up prices.

Large Options Positions

The largest open positions on the Deribit platform indicate significant demand for both put and call options, suggesting a wide range of expectations among traders. Additionally, analysis of BlackRock's IBIT options holdings reveals substantial interest in out-of-the-money call options.

Potential Implications for Bitcoin Price

If this volatility shift continues, we may see a Bitcoin price rally driven by options trading, in addition to flows from ETFs. However, if the volatility spike stalls, the price of Bitcoin may continue to decline.

Conclusion

The future of Bitcoin's price is uncertain, but the recent rise in volatility suggests that options trading may play a key role in determining its direction. The evolution of volatility in the coming months will determine whether we see an options-driven rally or a decline driven by selling pressure.

Risk Warning: this article represents only the author’s views and is for reference only. It does not constitute investment advice or financial guidance, nor does it represent the stance of the Markets.com platform.When considering shares, indices, forex (foreign exchange) and commodities for trading and price predictions, remember that trading CFDs involves a significant degree of risk and could result in capital loss.Past performance is not indicative of any future results. This information is provided for informative purposes only and should not be construed to be investment advice. Trading cryptocurrency CFDs and spread bets is restricted for all UK retail clients. 

Written by:

Liam James

Bitcoin Volatility Shift: A Closer Look at Post-ETF Dynamics

Bitcoin Volatility Overview

Historical Bitcoin Volatility

Recent Volatility Shift

Skew Chart Analysis

Large Options Positions

Potential Implications for Bitcoin Price

Conclusion

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