With Bitcoin ETF options on the horizon, the crypto market is bracing for significant changes. In this episode, Joshua Lim, co-founder and CEO of Arbelos Markets, joins us to explain what the launch of Bitcoin ETF options means for the broader market. Could they unlock vast amounts of capital and set off a new altcoin boom? Josh also dives into the potential effects on Bitcoin volatility, DeFi lending, and even the onchain options markets. Plus, what could the 2024 U.S. presidential election mean for Bitcoin? Show highlights: What are options and why they are significant for bitcoin ETFs How they will affect the price of BTC When options will actually launch and what needs to be done How the launch of IBIT options could lower Bitcoin volatility and compress spreads Whether dominant players in derivatives will suffer from this launch How the launch of options could lead to an “altcoin boom” Why Josh thinks the SEC delayed its decision on ether ETF options How rising Bitcoin options interest could trigger volatility during major options expiries What Josh thinks the impact of the US presidential election will be on the markets Visit our website for breaking news, analysis, op-eds, articles to learn about crypto, and much more: unchainedcrypto.com Thank you to our sponsors! Coinbase iTrustCapital Polkadot Mantle’s FBTC Guest: Joshua Lim, Co-founder and CEO of Arbelos Markets Links Approval for BlackRock’s IBIT The Block: Bitcoin ETFs set to attract liquidity and speculation as IBIT options trading gains approval CoinDesk: BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Options to Set Stage for GameStop-Like 'Gamma Squeeze' Rally, Bitwise Predicts Decrypt: SEC Hits Pause on Ethereum ETF Options Following Bitcoin Nod - Timestamps:  00:00 Intro 01:48 What Bitcoin ETF options are and why they’re significant 05:41 Impact on BTC price 08:17 When Bitcoin ETF options will launch 10:03 How IBIT options could reduce volatility 15:53 Will dominant players in derivatives be affected? 20:40 How options could trigger an altcoin boom 24:12 Thoughts on potential ether ETF options approval 24:47 Rising Bitcoin options interest and volatility risks 28:22 Impact of the 2024 US election on crypto markets 31:48 News Recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices