Bitcoin options signal extreme fear as downside protection premium hits new all-time high, says VanEck
By Francisco Rodrigues
Published on March 21, 2026.
Bitcoin traders are paying record prices for downside protection, according to VanEck's mid-March 2026 Bitcoin ChainCheck. This is seen as a sign that investors remain defensive even as spot prices begin to stabilize. The report also noted that the 30-day average price for bitcoin fell by 19% and the volatility of futures trading has decreased. Investors have been spending about $685 million on put options over the past 30 days, while call premiums fell by 12%.
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