In Crypto Options, How Is the Premium Typically Quoted and Settled?
The premium for crypto options is typically quoted in terms of the underlying cryptocurrency (e.g. BTC or ETH) or a stablecoin like USDC, depending on the exchange.
Settlement is often done in cash (or the underlying asset's value in a stablecoin) rather than physical delivery of the crypto. The premium itself is paid upfront by the buyer to the seller upon contract initiation.