Trump reviews military options for renewed strikes against Iran as crypto markets brace for volatility

Bitcoin’s drop back below $78,000 after a rejection near recent local range highs has left options traders positioned cautiously, according to new data shared by Glassnode. The firm said the options market continues to show compressed volatility expectations, elevated downside hedging demand, and a gamma structure that could amplify weakness if BTC moves toward the mid-$75,000 area. The move follows a failed attempt to hold near the upper end of the recent local range. While spot price action has softened, Glassnode’s thread focused on what derivatives positioning suggests beneath the surface: traders are still paying up for protection rather than aggressively chasing upside. “BTC broke back below $78K after being rejected near the recent local range highs,” Glassnode wrote. “Here’s what BTC options data shows on positioning, volatility expectations, and sentiment beneath the surface.” Bitcoin Options Traders Stay Defensive One of the clearest signals came from implied volatility. Glas

The potential military action against Iran could destabilize global markets, highlighting the strategic role of digital assets in geopolitical conflicts. The post Trump administration prepares for potential military strikes against Iran as crypto markets brace for impact appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Sanctions on the PGSA could escalate geopolitical tensions, disrupt global oil supply chains, and impact international maritime law. The post Senator Tom Cotton urges sanctions on Persian Gulf Strait Authority over Iran tolls appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Potential military action against Iran could destabilize global markets, impact oil flow, and challenge Bitcoin's safe-haven status. The post Trump considers new strikes on Iran after meeting with security team appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iran's Bitcoin strategy amid the Strait of Hormuz crisis could reshape global crypto regulations and intensify geopolitical tensions. The post Iran intensifies Strait of Hormuz closure, stranding 20,000 sailors as Bitcoin enters the picture appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Heightened tensions with Iran could destabilize global markets, impacting energy prices and risk assets like cryptocurrencies significantly. The post Trump meets advisers on Iran, considers military strikes amid stalled negotiations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Escalating US-Israel-Iran tensions risk global economic instability, impacting energy prices and financial markets, including cryptocurrencies. The post US, Israel poised for strikes on Iran within days, WSJ reports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

A cease-fire collapse could destabilize global oil markets, heighten regional tensions, and complicate diplomatic relations worldwide. The post Mediators seek stopgap deal between Iran and US to extend fragile cease-fire appeared first on Crypto Briefing.