MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Outlook and BitMEX Options Trading

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Today on "Markets Daily," Helene Braun speaks with Stefan Lutz, CEO of BitMEX, about the surge in crypto derivatives trading volume and the Bitcoin outlook. They discuss the recent launch of options trading on BitMEX and the demand for meme coins. Lutz predicts Bitcoin will trade between $60,000 and $70,000 in the coming weeks, with potential for major corrections or new all-time highs, while also explaining the benefits of options trading and features of BitMEX's platform.

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00:00 Introduction and Market Update

01:21 Bitcoin Outlook: Range-Bound Trading

06:42 BitMEX Launches Options Trading

09:33 Expansion Plans and Accessibility

13:39 The Rise of Meme Coins

16:06 Conclusion

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This episode was hosted by Jenn Sanasie. “Markets Daily” is produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso, and executive producer Jared Schwartz alongside Senior Booker, Melissa Montañez—all original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.

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