According to @TXMCtrades, a material share of Bitcoin (BTC) trading occurs away from exchange order books via off-chain settlement networks such as Copper ClearLoop and Fireblocks, keeping these transactions out of retail volume data and order-book prints, which is vastly underappreciated for market analysis; Source: @TXMCtrades on X. According to @TXMCtrades, these networks operate in a manner similar to OTC flows, allowing entities to swap large size without direct, immediate impact on exchange order books; Source: @TXMCtrades on X. According to @TXMCtrades, traders relying solely on on-exchange volume and order-book signals may underestimate actual BTC liquidity and large-player flow because significant off-exchange settlements reduce visible slippage and distort perceived market depth; Source: @TXMCtrades on X.

According to BitMEX Research, there is a query regarding whether Ethena Labs' $1.3 billion exposure to ByBit, predominantly managed through 'off exchange custody solutions' like Copper Clearloop, is included in ByBit's published Reserve Ratios. This information is crucial for traders evaluating ByBit's financial health and risk management practices. Understanding the inclusion or exclusion of such significant funds in reserve calculations could impact trading strategies and risk assessments.