Are there any specific examples of options in the digital currency space that need to be exercised prior to their expiration?

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• matthieu cartonMay 30, 2023 · 2 years ago
  Sure! One example of an option in the digital currency space that needs to be exercised prior to its expiration is a call option on Bitcoin. This type of option gives the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy Bitcoin at a specified price (strike price) before a certain date (expiration date). If the holder believes that the price of Bitcoin will increase, they can exercise the option and buy Bitcoin at the strike price, even if the market price is higher. This allows the holder to profit from the price difference.
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• PerianJul 26, 2024 · a year ago
  Absolutely! Another example is a put option on Ethereum. With a put option, the holder has the right, but not the obligation, to sell Ethereum at a specified price before the expiration date. If the holder expects the price of Ethereum to decrease, they can exercise the put option and sell Ethereum at the strike price, even if the market price is lower. This can help the holder limit their losses or even make a profit if the price drops significantly.
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• Rohan phegadeAug 07, 2025 · 3 months ago
  Definitely! BYDFi, a digital currency exchange, offers options on various cryptocurrencies. These options can be exercised prior to their expiration, allowing traders to take advantage of price movements in the digital currency market. For example, traders can buy call options on popular cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Ripple, and sell them at a higher price if the market moves in their favor. This flexibility allows traders to potentially profit from both rising and falling prices in the digital currency space.
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