Ether futures open interest hit a record 16.39 million ETH as spot prices trade near 2026 lows below $2,000, creating mixed signals for ETH traders.

ETH’s key $1,500 support is at risk due to lagging futures market positioning and pressure from the wider crypto market.

Ether traders are increasing their futures exposure as Binance open interest and rising buy-side activity point to growing risk appetite.

Ether futures open interest hit a record 16.39 million ETH as spot prices trade near 2026 lows below $2,000, creating mixed signals for ETH traders.

ETH price has not escaped the bears’ grasp yet, but accelerating corporate accumulation and steady staking demand could put a floor under $1,600.