Bitcoin Options Worth $1.47 Billion Expired With $83,000 Max Pain

Bitcoin (BTC) options worth $1.47 billion in notional value expired Friday, Oct. 16, 2026. Their max-pain point was $83,000, the level where options holders collectively would face their largest losses at settlement. About 18,000 contracts expired, accounting for 4.5% of Bitcoin options open interest. The put/call ratio was 1. Implied volatility measured about 35%, reflecting very low expectations for future price swings. Options buyers remained cautious. Enna Lee reports on investing and digital-asset markets for TokenPost. Send corrections or tips to info@tokenpost.com.

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