**Bitcoin Powers April Crypto Derivatives Boom**
Crypto derivatives trading hit a new record in April, with average daily volume soaring to 35.9 million contracts — a 36% year-over-year jump.
Bitcoin took center stage, surging 15.8% in 30 days and driving much of the momentum. Ether trailed behind with a modest 1.1% gain, while the broader market impressed as the CoinDesk 20 Index (CD20) climbed 12.1%.
