Ethereum derivatives lean bullish even as ETH price sits at a key support

Ethereum derivatives lean bullish even as ETH price sits at a key support

Ether price is trading near a critical support level, but derivatives data suggests pro traders expect more downside in the short term. Ether (ETH) lost the $1,750 support on March 22, which marked a 7% loss and $230 million worth of futures contract liquidations. It has been holding near the strong support at $1,670, although investors are unwilling to open new long positions despite the price being 11% below the previous week's high.Ether price on Coinbase, USD. Source: TradingViewBinance Chain recently surpassed Ethereum's transaction volume, and this startling growth in unique active....


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