How Bitcoin Options Traders Are Strategically Aligning for a Bullish October in the Crypto Market | US Crypto News

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Sip on your coffee as Bitcoin (BTC) traders reflect on September’s final expiry and gear up for what many dub Uptober—a month historically known for its bullish trends. This interest is fueled by options positioning and institutional movements that could either propel momentum forward or cause it to stall.

Crypto News of the Day: October Sees Traders Eyeing Price Increases

The buzz among crypto traders centers around Uptober, a term coined due to October’s track record of robust Bitcoin surges.

Yet, even before the month kicks off, options markets are sending mixed signals following a record expiry. There are substantial bets on rising prices and potential sudden market shifts once contracts expire.

As reported by BeInCrypto, over $16 billion in Bitcoin options contracts expired today on Deribit—one of the largest expiries recorded.

🚨 Options Expiry Alert 🚨

At 08:00 UTC tomorrow, more than $22.3B in crypto options will expire on Deribit; marking one of the biggest quarter-end expiries. 🔥$BTC: Notional: $17.06B | Put/Call Ratio: 0.76 | Max Pain Point: $110K$ETH: Notional: $5.20B | Put/Call Ratio: 0.80 | Max Pain Point: $3,800

This quarter’s largest… pic.twitter.com/FDT1tWomYH

— Deribit (@DeribitOfficial) September 25, 2025

Crypto options allow traders to speculate on Bitcoin’s future price without actually buying or selling it directly.

A mass expiration can temporarily anchor Bitcoin’s price near popular betting levels—in this case between $115K and $120K—a phenomenon known as “pinning,” which often dampens volatility until after expiry concludes.

Once these contracts settle, however, that pin effect dissipates entirely; depending upon whether more bets were placed for gains or losses may lead to sharp market movements shortly thereafter. 

The Strategy Behind Trader Positioning For Uptober 

Bitfinex analysts shared with BeInCrypto how numerous traders are investing heavily into call option positions within ranges from approximately $115k through $125k . 

Such wagers yield profits if bitcoin ascends higher suggesting confidence about deeper rallies throughout uptobers duration . 

However , caution must be exercised since Market makers/dealers who sell these instruments hedge risks via counter-trading against prevailing conditions creating temporary tug-of-war scenarios slowing down major moves till post-expiry clearance happens.  “;

&ldquo ; Retail participants make balanced short-term predictions whereas institutions lean bullish using structured trades benefiting from potential upward trends”, remarked Nicolai Sondergaard Nansen Research Analyst when speaking exclusively with beincrypto regarding current industry sentiments surrounding institutional preparation towards positive outcomes during upcoming months ahead !&rdquo ; & nbsp ;

&ldquo Retail investors place well-rounded short-term stakes but larger entities adopt optimistic stances utilizing sophisticated strategies designed specifically targeting advantageous scenarios should bitcoins value rise further upwards!&rdquo ; -Sondergaard noted while addressing press inquiries concerning recent developments affecting cryptocurrency landscapes worldwide !

He pointed out an existing put-call ratio measuring approximately zero point sixty-five indicating significantly greater numbers leaning positively versus negatively oriented forecasts moving forward into future periods likely witnessing increased activity levels amidst ongoing transformations impacting broader ecosystems overall .

Historical Perspective : September Choppiness Gives Way To Potentially Volatile Octobers Ahead …