Options

An option is a derivative contract that grants the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an asset at a fixed price within a specified period. It is commonly used for risk hedging and market arbitrage.

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Gate Institutional Weekly: Energy Shock Drives Oil Surge, Risk Assets Turn Risk-Off (Mar 2–Mar 8, 2026)
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Gate Institutional Weekly: Energy Shock Drives Oil Surge, Risk Assets Turn Risk-Off (Mar 2–Mar 8, 2026)

Global markets were notably driven by energy price shocks and geopolitical risks over the past week. Escalating tensions in the Middle East propelled oil prices upward, with WTI surging more than 25% for the week. As a result, the market entered a risk-off phase, prompting BTC, ETH, and US equities to pull back simultaneously. From a macro standpoint, although rising oil prices are unlikely to trigger a recession directly, they could elevate inflation and delay interest rate cuts in the coming months. On-chain activity saw DEX trading volumes remain high, with liquidity further concentrating in top protocols. The total stablecoin market cap climbed to around $330 billion, with USDC emerging as the main source of incremental capital. In the derivatives market, funding rates stayed predominantly negative and option volatility increased, reflecting continued vigilance toward tail risks. Overall, the market is navigating a stage of macro risk repricing and liquidity reallocation. Looking ahead to next week, atten
2026-03-24 17:45:24
Gate Research: Crypto IV Remains Elevated;  Gold and Oil Volatility Pull Back
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Gate Research: Crypto IV Remains Elevated; Gold and Oil Volatility Pull Back

Gate Options Daily Market Update.
2026-03-24 12:21:16
Gate Institutional Weekly: Crude Oil TradFi Trading Surges, Stablecoin Credit Eases (Mar 9–Mar 15, 2026)
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Gate Institutional Weekly: Crude Oil TradFi Trading Surges, Stablecoin Credit Eases (Mar 9–Mar 15, 2026)

Over the past week, global markets have been primarily driven by energy shocks and geopolitical risks. WTI crude rose more than 4%, with higher oil prices reinforcing inflation expectations and further constraining the scope for rate cuts. The Dollar Index moved back above 100, while Treasury yields climbed in tandem. Risk assets broadly came under pressure, yet the crypto market showed notable resilience. Consecutive net inflows into BTC ETFs indicate continued institutional accumulation during the pullback. On-chain, stablecoin supply continued to expand, with liquidity increasingly concentrated in leading protocols. Lending and LST sectors also rebounded, reflecting a marginal recovery in risk appetite. In derivatives markets, funding rates remained largely negative while implied volatility declined, suggesting market sentiment is gradually recovering from extreme caution. Looking ahead, markets will focus on the upcoming Fed rate decision and policy signals from major central banks, which will directly sh
2026-03-24 12:19:57
How to Buy or Sell Options on Gate?0
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How to Buy or Sell Options on Gate?

Discover what options are and easily master the core skills of options trading! This tutorial will guide you step by step through the Gate Web Options platform, including how to place orders, buy and sell options.
2026-03-24 11:58:10
What is an Option?0
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What is an Option?

Discover Gate Options and learn how to navigate market ups and downs with ease! In this tutorial, you’ll quickly grasp how options work, explore different contract types, and master risk management techniques, empowering you to apply options strategies effectively and seize market opportunities.
2026-03-24 11:58:10
Trading Optionality
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Trading Optionality

By comparing perpetual contracts and options trading in traditional financial markets and the cryptocurrency space, the article reveals the unique advantages of the crypto market as well as the challenges it faces. 询问 ChatGPT
2026-03-24 11:57:36
What Are Crypto Options?
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What Are Crypto Options?

For many newcomers, options may seem a bit complex, but as long as you grasp the basic concepts, you can understand their value and potential in the entire encryption financial system.
2026-03-24 11:57:24
Boost Your Crypto Yield with the Covered Call Strategy
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Boost Your Crypto Yield with the Covered Call Strategy

The covered call strategy allows crypto holders to earn passive income by collecting premiums while holding their assets. This beginner-friendly guide is framed around the 2025 market and explains how it works, when to use it, its pros and cons, and how platforms like Ribbon and Deribit support the strategy.
2026-03-24 11:57:11
Neverending Options: Trading Options To Infinity And Beyond
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Neverending Options: Trading Options To Infinity And Beyond

In this article, we break down options—how they differ from futures and the evolution of perpetual options on centralised and decentralised exchanges. We also examine flaws and challenges and speculate on what the future holds.
2026-03-24 11:56:32
What is Typus?
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What is Typus?

Typus Finance is a real yield infrastructure on the Sui blockchain. Typus combines swap, lending, and derivatives protocols to create an options market for long-tail assets. This approach improves the risk-adjusted returns for liquidity providers (LPs) and enhances liquidity in DeFi, enabling a win-win situation for all participants.
2026-03-24 11:55:56
Derivatives Weekly Report 11/27
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Derivatives Weekly Report 11/27

This report provides key insights into the crypto derivatives market, helping investors stay informed and identify opportunities. Stay tuned for more updates every week!
2026-03-24 11:55:45
Derivatives Weekly Report 11/19
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Derivatives Weekly Report 11/19

The current analysis across BTC and ETH derivatives reflects a market preparing for heightened short-term volatility with a cautious but optimistic outlook for the long term. Leading up to the election, BTC and ETH derivatives exhibit contrasting trends that underscore differing market perceptions regarding each asset’s immediate stability and long-term potential.
2026-03-24 11:55:44
Gate Research: Altcoins Rally Over the Weekend; First Spot Bitcoin ETF Options Set to Launch
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Gate Research: Altcoins Rally Over the Weekend; First Spot Bitcoin ETF Options Set to Launch

Gate Research Daily Report (November 25 ): BTC and ETH prices continue to fluctuate at high levels, trading at $97,900 and $3,361, respectively. Altcoins, particularly in the metaverse and gaming sectors, performed strongly over the weekend. The Fear & Greed Index remains in the "Extreme Greed" zone. Solana's DEX daily trading volume surpassed $6 billion, capturing a 45% market share. CBOE is set to launch the first spot Bitcoin ETF index options on December 2. Additionally, last Friday saw significant institutional inflows, with Bitcoin spot ETFs recording $490 million in net inflows and Ethereum spot ETFs attracting $91.21 million. This highlights robust institutional interest. Investors are advised to remain cautious of market volatility and changes in regulatory policies.
2026-03-24 11:55:41
Gate Research: Bitcoin Hits New High, 82% of BlackRock’s First-Day Options Are Bullish
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Gate Research: Bitcoin Hits New High, 82% of BlackRock’s First-Day Options Are Bullish

Gate Research Daily Report(November 20) : BTC reached a new all-time high of $93,888. IBIT's first-day trading volume reached nearly $1.9 billion, with bullish options accounting for over 80% of the market. JUNO surged 273% in a single day, leading the altcoin sector. Meanwhile, the launch of the new token ELIZA by Andreessen Horowitz (ai16z) has sparked a "case sensitivity" debate within the community, intensifying tensions between autonomy and centralized control. The circulating supply of USDe has exceeded 3.3 billion tokens, reflecting rising market enthusiasm. Paxos has announced the acquisition of Membrane Finance to expand its presence in the European market. In other news, stablecoin company Noble has completed a $15 million Series A funding round led by Paradigm, further underscoring the growing importance of stablecoin infrastructure.
2026-03-24 11:55:39
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