Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, announced on Monday that it is opening up against Bitcoin
“Option Writing” for all users. The move is a direct response to a significant increase in retail demand for more strategic and complex transaction tools.
An option is a derivative contract that allows the purchaser to purchase or sell the underlying asset at a predetermined price on or before a specific date. The call option gives the right to buy and represents bullish bets in the market, while the previous option provides downside protection.
A writing plan refers to a sales call or stand, similar to providing insurance for a bullish or bearish price transfer for underlying assets. writer (Seller) The form of compensation for the previous premium is the same.
It is well known that complex crypto holders will write options to earn additional benefits based on spot market holdings.
“Accelerating encryption adoption will increase the need for more complex liquidity tools, and we are committed to building a more comprehensive suite of derivatives to support our users.” Jeff Li, vice president of product at Binance, commented on the development.
Binance said it will maintain strong risk management controls, requiring option authors to pass mandatory applicability assessments and to mortgage obligations after margin.
BTC’s press release shared the press release with Coindesk, saying the news was because the broader options market in the BTC options market had already exploded, with total trading volume soaring from $41.1 billion in 2020 to $138.76 billion in June 2025.
By enabling a wider user base to write options, Binance aims to enable traders to express market views, manage risks, earn expected premiums, and implement strategies beyond simple targeted bets.
To celebrate the launch, Binance offers 20% of the payee and manufacturer fees for all newly listed option contracts, including Ether’s contract (ETH)BNB (BNB)and solana
. The exchange also improved options enhancement plans for large numbers of and institutional traders, providing lower eligibility thresholds and a more attractive fee structure.
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