Bitcoin and ether stabilized as derivatives activity rebounded, HYPE rose for a fifth straight day and options traders positioned for a breakout.
What to know : Bitcoin rebounded to $77,900 and ether traded near $2,130 as crypto markets steadied alongside stronger U.S. equities and easing oil prices. Hyperliquid’s HYPE jumped 6.5%, extending its seven-day gain to 53%, with derivatives data signaling aggressive bullish positioning. Options traders are increasingly betting on a volatility breakout in bitcoin and ether while altcoin markets remain mixed, with speculative activity rising in smaller tokens.