19 stories about Futures from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Jul 18, 2026.
Crypto-style perpetual contracts and prediction markets for AI compute are already live, according to Bernstein, beating planned regulated GPU futures from CME and ICE expected in late 2026.
The CFTC and SEC are asking for public input on the definition of 'swaps' following a lawsuit by CME Group. The exchange argues perpetual futures should be classified as swaps, not futures contracts.
Outgoing CME chief Terry Duffy says perpetual futures are actually swaps under Dodd-Frank, and that the exchange will file suit Thursday.
Demand for ETH leverage remains low, but corporate accumulation and stakers’ dedication may prevent an Ether price crash to $1,500.
John Palmer of Kraken predicts that newly approved U.S. perpetual futures will first attract sophisticated traders, with broader institutional adoption likely to follow. This could mirror the growth seen with crypto ETFs, opening up new opportunities in the market.
A clash between derivatives veterans is exposing a deeper discussion over how U.S. regulators should classify crypto perpetual contracts, with Kalshi's new product at the center of the debate.
CME Group has introduced a new financial product that lets traders bet on bitcoin's price swings, not its actual price. Two firms, Monarq and DV Chain, have already placed the first bets on this volatility index.
Coinbase has launched pre-IPO perpetual futures, starting with a SpaceX contract. The new product allows investors to trade with up to 5x leverage on private company shares, bringing traditional stock-like trading exposure to the crypto exchange.
Kalshi has launched the first regulated Bitcoin perpetual futures in the U.S., offering investors a new way to trade Bitcoin with leverage. This marks a significant milestone for regulated crypto derivatives in America.
TD Securities reports that Hyperliquid, a crypto-based trading platform, predicted 80% of an oil market move before traditional exchanges opened. This highlights the growing influence of perpetual futures beyond crypto, including pre-IPO tech stocks and weekend oil trading.
CME Group now offers round-the-clock crypto futures and options trading on CME Globex, including new Bitcoin volatility contracts that track the CME CF Bitcoin Reference Rate. This move expands access to crypto derivatives for institutional investors.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has opened the door for perpetual futures contracts for cryptocurrencies, allowing platforms like Coinbase and Kalshi to offer these products. This move could make crypto trading more accessible and flexible for US investors.
The CFTC has approved crypto perpetual futures contracts, allowing 24/7 trading. However, the regulator cautioned that round-the-clock trading may not be suitable for other financial sectors. This decision highlights the unique nature of crypto markets.
The CFTC has approved Kalshi to offer Bitcoin perpetual futures in the U.S. This marks the first time such contracts are available to American traders. The move could expand crypto derivatives trading options for retail investors.
The CME is launching round-the-clock Bitcoin futures trading, eliminating the weekend gaps that traders have long watched for opportunities. Three gaps from earlier sessions remain unresolved, however.
CME Group is expanding into the $85 trillion digital assets market with new Nasdaq CME Crypto Index futures. The move comes as demand for crypto products surges, with trading volumes up 43% year-to-date.
CME Group will introduce market-cap-weighted crypto index futures on June 8, covering Bitcoin and six other assets. This is the first such contract backed by Nasdaq, offering a new way to trade crypto derivatives.
CME Group is introducing futures contracts that let traders bet on bitcoin's price swings, not just its price. This could make it easier for both professionals and everyday investors to manage risk in the crypto market.
Bitcoin fell under $80,000 following U.S. strikes in Iran, which briefly pushed oil prices above $100. This triggered $300 million in liquidations of futures bets, shifting market sentiment to bearish.