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Monero Futures Open Interest Surpasses $300 Million

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Monero futures open interest has surpassed $300 million, nearing the January record of about $320 million. At 515,730 XMR, open interest is at a five-week high and up sharply from 400,000 XMR a week ago, indicating rising speculative activity. This increase in dollar-denominated open interest points to a larger potential wave of forced selling due to liquidations, heightening the risk of liquidation-driven price volatility. Historical data suggests similar open interest spikes have previously led to significant price declines within 20 days.

Written with AI from the reporting · updated 10/21/2026

Latest developmentOct 21, 16:57
Monero futures open interest hits $300 million, nearing January record amid rally
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  1. 1Unclassified fact stationOct 21, 00:00recorded Oct 21, 17:53single sourcerevised

    Monero futures open interest surpasses $300 million

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    Monero futures open interest hits $300 million, nearing January record amid rally

    Report first recorded Oct 21, 17:53

    Monero futures open interest has surpassed $300 million, approaching the January peak of $320 million and reaching a five-week high of 515,730 XMR as the spot price recently topped $600. Leveraged bets are building alongside the price rally, raising the risk of a sharp, liquidation-driven price move similar to the 66 percent plunge in January when open interest hit a record high.

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