The recent approval of Bitcoin spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) options by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is expected to lead to increased institutional investment in the cryptocurrency market, according to experts. Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise, said in an interview with Decrypt that ETF options make it "easier, cheaper, and safer" for institutional investors to enter the crypto market. He explained that options generally increase trading activity and improve liquidity. "Options contract expirations can also lead to increased price volatility in BTC," Hougan added. The approval of Bitcoin spot ETF options is a significant development for the cryptocurrency market, as it provides institutional investors with a more accessible and regulated way to invest in Bitcoin. This is expected to lead to increased inflows from institutional investors, which could provide a major boost to the market.