Crypto Options Unplugged

In this week's episode, Imran Lakha (Options Insight) and David Brickell discuss the recent consolidation in crypto markets and whether this is just a healthy correction or something more concerning given the macro backdrop. Imran summarizes what has been going on in options markets and the compression in both realized and implied volatility. The special guest this week is Tony Saliba, Founder and CEO of Liquid Mercury, and a major provider of trading infrastructure in the crypto options space. Tony gives his valuable insights into the future of tokenising real-world assets and how he is helping to shape the future of finance. Like and subscribe for more!

Bitcoin hits a new all-time high but pauses as EU tariff threats and bond market jitters dampen the mood, while policymakers signal towards yield curve control-type measures to boost liquidity. Hosts Imran Lakha (Options Insight), Dave (FRNT), and guest Pedro Birmann (CEO, Quadra) dive into Bitcoin’s resilience, muted volatility offering trading opportunities, and Ethereum’s high-volatility surge. From Quadra’s platform empowering institutional crypto adoption to strategies like call ratio spreads and basis trades, this episode unpacks market dynamics and crypto’s maturing landscape. Like and subscribe for more!00:00 – Introduction00:56 – Today's Special Guest: Pedro Birmann from Quadra & All Time Highs06:10 – Quadra's Primary Business Focus08:53 – Pedro’s Professional Background and Career Journey11:07 – Deribit vs TradFi Options Platforms 14:20 – How Regular Companies Become Bitcoin Treasury Companies19:23 – Has Retail Been Sidelined in This Bull Cycle & Ethereum Insights24:03 – Ethereum vs Layer 2 Solutions and ETH Vols27:56 – Imran's Current Trading Approach & Options Trades32:47 – Funding Rates on Perpetual Swaps & More Insights 36:00 – Altcoin Volatility & Liquidity Theory41:45 – Closing Thoughts #crypto #trading #cryptocurrencynews #PodcastDeribit FZE does not accept UAE retail clients or US clients, and clients from other restricted countries.

US-China trade tensions ease, sparking a surge in risk assets and pushing Bitcoin to all-time highs, while Ethereum steals the show with a 50% rally and soaring volatility. Hosts Imran Lakha (Options Insight) and Dave Brickell(FRNT) unpack the market’s sharp turnaround in recent weeks, from Trump’s tariff pivot to fiscal policy shifts fueling liquidity. With bond yields signaling debt concerns but equities and crypto thriving, they dive into Bitcoin’s steady climb, Ethereum’s volatile breakout, and strategies for navigating this potential alt-driven rally. Like and subscribe for more!Deribit FZE does not accept UAE retail clients or US clients, and clients from other restricted countries.

The final Episode of Crypto Options Unplugged is here!In this episode, Imran and David are joined by Jake Ostrovosis from Wintermute for a deep dive into the current crypto landscape. They discuss the broader investing environment across crypto and equities, the market outlook, and Jake shares his go-to crypto options trade in today’s conditions.#JakeOstrovosis #OptionsUnplugged

🎙️ Episode 15 of Crypto Options Unplugged: The Perpetual Edition is live!In this episode, Imran and David are joined by George Zarya from BeQuant for a deep dive into the world of institutional crypto trading. The conversation covers prime brokerage, basis trades, directional leverage, Delta 1 strategies, and much more. Enjoy the discussion!#GeorgeZarya #OptionsUnplugged

🎙️ Episode 15 of Crypto Options Unplugged: The Perpetual Edition. In this episode of Crypto Options Unplugged, Imran and David sit down with Nikhil Talwar of Laser Digital and Vadim Khramov of Edge Capital for a deep dive into the shifting landscape of crypto markets. They discuss insights from DeFi funds, whether a new DeFi summer is on the horizon, and analyze crypto volatility. Enjoy! #NikhilTalwar #VadimKhramov #OptionsUnplugged

🎙️ Episode 14 – Crypto Options Unplugged: The Perpetual Edition is here. In this episode of Crypto Options Unplugged, Imran and David are joined by Alessandro Balata from Fasanara Capital, Conor Gilmore from Avantgarde Finance, and Timothy Wong from Avelacom. Together, they explore what it takes to run a successful crypto fund, how the role and mindset of crypto traders have evolved over the past few years, and share key insights and strategies from the world of DeFi. Enjoy!#AlessandroBalata #ConorGilmore #TimothyWong #OptionsUnplugged

Welcome to Crypto Options Unplugged: The Perpetual Edition – Episode 13.Imran and David are joined by Anis Akl (Kappa Labs), Michael Holstein (CoinRoutes), and Karl Naim (XBTO) for an in-depth discussion on the state of today’s crypto market. From Bitcoin dominance and yield generation to navigating market changes and uncovering smart strategies for crypto exposure. Enjoy!#MichaelHolstein ##AnisAkl #Karl Naim #OptionsUnplugged

Welcome to Crypto Options Unplugged: The Perpetual Edition – Episode 12!Imran and David are joined by Rob Strebel and Paul Kremsky from Cumberland for an eye-opening conversation about what’s happening behind the scenes in the crypto markets. They explore how institutional flows are shaping the space, how TradFi is accelerating its integration with crypto, and what’s changing in the world of crypto options. From market structure shifts to strategic positioning. Enjoy!#RobStrebel #PaulKremsky #OptionsUnplugged

Crypto Options Unplugged: The Perpetual Edition – Episode 11 is here!Imran and David are joined by Thomas Restout (B2C2), Max Boonen (PV01) and Samar Sen (Talos) for a deep dive into what it really takes to run a business in the crypto space. From navigating credit risk and revisiting the 2020 crash, to developing innovative crypto products and exploring how TradFi is merging with crypto, this episode is packed with sharp insights. Enjoy!#MaxBoonen #ThomasRestout #SamarSen #OptionsUnplugged