The great derivatives disconnect: Why ‘negative’ funding is actually a bullish signal for Bitcoin

May 7, 2026 - 17:00
The great derivatives disconnect: Why ‘negative’ funding is actually a bullish signal for Bitcoin
Bitcoin BTC$79,983.27 funding rates are flashing one of the most bearish positioning signals in years, even as spot prices keep grinding higher. Funding rates have been running near minus 4% annualized, James Aitchison, founder and CIO of Caerus Global, said during a panel at Consensus Miami 2026. That means longs are being paid to hold...

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