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Jan 25, 2026
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Ethereum Open Interest Drops to $16.9B, Binance Shows Resilience

Ethereum's price has remained mostly stable between $3,000 and $2,880. Recent analysis highlights key developments in the Ethereum derivatives market.

Open Interest Decline

  • Open Interest (OI) across exchanges for Ethereum derivatives fell to approximately $16.9 billion, the lowest since mid-December.
  • This decline indicates reduced speculative activity and risk appetite, which may lead to price consolidation.

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Binance's Performance

  • Binance recorded $7.5 billion in Open Interest, slightly above the December average of $6.8–$7.4 billion.
  • The divergence suggests liquidity remains in the market, with traders repositioning rather than exiting entirely.
  • This shift reflects a move towards a more efficient trading environment, with reduced high-risk exposure.

Despite the overall decrease in OI, Ethereum's proximity to the $3,000 mark shows resilience amid deleveraging events. Binance's maintained OI levels suggest strong market support, with Ethereum trading at $2,958, marking a 0.33% increase in the past day.

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