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Someone Bet $3.17M on Bitcoin Price Rising—But Could Lose Big if BTC Hits $100K

Bitcoin.com News·September 22, 2026·1 min read
Someone Bet $3.17M on Bitcoin Price Rising—But Could Lose Big if BTC Hits $100K

A bitcoin options trader paid $3.17 million upfront for a position targeting $95,000 by October 30. However, a rally to $100,000 could erase the entire payout at expiry, creating an unusual predicament. The bet highlights the risks of precise price predictions.

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