Bitcoin futures open interest decreased marginally by 0.3% to $36.4 billion as of October 19, indicating steady market exposure despite a recent price dip below $80,000. Selling pressure increased on spot exchanges, with seller-initiated trades surpassing buyer-initiated trades by $83.6 million, signaling stronger bearish sentiment. Meanwhile, Bitcoin options open interest rose to $38.6 billion, with a notable increase in demand for downside protection. Key liquidation price clusters are estimated near $79,600 to $87,000, suggesting potential areas where leveraged positions might be forced to close. Investors are also watching the upcoming Federal Reserve rate decision scheduled for October 28, which could influence market dynamics further.
Bitcoin futures open interest and market activity provide context as of Oct 21, 2026 23:51 WIB. For readers following cryptocurrency markets, here is Pluang's snapshot: out of 50 major cryptocurrencies priced on Pluang, 41 rose and 8 fell today. Notable movers include SXP (Solar) down 46.27%, BAT (Basic Attention Token) down 12.92% with 84% sell order activity, and BAL (Balancer) up 11.14%.
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