The total number of outstanding Bitcoin options contracts. Shows the total notional value of calls and puts across exchanges like Deribit, CME, and others.
High OI at specific strike prices creates 'gravity' or 'pinning' effects around those levels. The put/call OI ratio indicates overall market positioning (hedging vs. speculation).
The forced closing of leveraged positions when margin requirements are not met. Liquidation data shows the dollar value and direction (long vs short) of liquidated positions.
Cumulative Volume Delta for spot markets — the running total of the difference between taker buy and taker sell volume on exchanges.
The total number of outstanding futures contracts across all exchanges. Represents the total amount of capital committed to Bitcoin futures positions.
The curve showing futures contract prices across different expiration dates. Shows the relationship between spot price and forward delivery prices at various maturities.