Bitcoin funding rate today: what it means
BTC funding shows how crowded longs or shorts are. Positive funding means longs pay shorts; negative funding means shorts pay longs. Extreme values can signal crowding, not necessarily reversal.
How to use it
- Compare BTC funding across exchanges for dislocations
- Watch whether extreme funding persists for multiple intervals
- Check interval timing and upcoming settlements
Risk note
Funding is a positioning signal, not a guarantee. Use risk controls and verify contract specs on your venue.