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Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Slide as $18 Billion Options Expiry Looms: What’s Going On?

Sep 23, 2026 · 01:41 PM ET· updated 1h ago
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Slide as $18 Billion Options Expiry Looms: What’s Going On?

Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP retreat ahead of Friday’s $18 billion options expiry, the largest of 2026, as traders brace for volatility.

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Large bets on crypto prices expire Friday, making traders nervous. When big bets expire, prices often get shaky and bouncy.

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