75 stories about Trading from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Jul 26, 2026.
Wintermute is providing liquidity on the two biggest prediction markets—Kalshi and Polymarket—linking flows for both firms, according to a source familiar with the matter. The move aims to improve trading efficiency and liquidity for users on both platforms. The exact terms of the arrangement were not disclosed.
The CFTC issued a no-action position allowing Coinbase to offer cryptocurrency perpetual futures contracts without immediate enforcement action, and separately approved Kalshi's event-contract platform. The regulator also released an advisory on 24/7 trading risks for compliance.
Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) CEO Jeffrey Sprecher said Hyperliquid, a crypto-native trading platform, is 'bigger than NASDAQ' and revealed he has met its founders. This signals deepening engagement between traditional finance and decentralized trading infrastructure.
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.
Coinbase is the first US-based exchange to receive CFTC approval to offer offshore crypto perpetual futures to its American customers. This high-risk, leveraged trading product is now more accessible to U.S. investors, though concerns about market volatility and investor protection remain.
CFTC Chairman Selig announced that crypto asset perpetuals can now be traded in the U.S., ending years of offshore dominance. The move aims to bring a major trading tool back to American markets under a regulated framework, potentially boosting liquidity, transparency, and innovation.
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.
Flow Trades has launched a new crypto trading platform, offering lower fees and enhanced security features. The platform aims to attract both novice and experienced traders with its user-friendly interface and advanced tools.
OKX’s new Exchange OS lets users create their own crypto markets by moving core exchange functions to a protocol layer. This shift could democratize market creation and reduce reliance on centralized exchanges.
Bitcoin is trading near $77,500 as ETF outflows extend to four days and long liquidations increase. Analysts are watching $80,000 as the next key resistance level.
IG, a major traditional finance company, is expanding its crypto trading services to more European countries through a partnership with Bitpanda. This follows the introduction of spot crypto trading for UK customers last year.
Traders are heavily investing in Bitcoin options expecting prices to hit $82,000 by May 29. This comes as $6.25 billion in options contracts are set to expire, creating significant market volatility. Max pain is at $75,000, but call positioning is strong at $80,000.
The SEC is reportedly preparing to let investors trade crypto versions of stocks, potentially as early as this year. This could make stock trading more accessible but also introduces new risks.
Onchain trading of tokenized stocks surged to a new all-time high of $3.57 billion on Monday. This growth reflects increasing interest in crypto-based stock trading platforms.
A decentralized finance (DeFi) exchange is now offering equity perpetuals, a type of financial derivative, using real-time data from Nasdaq. This marks the first time a DeFi platform has integrated traditional stock market data into its offerings.
Ethereum derivatives are showing a disciplined rebuild of risk, with rising open interest indicating healthier leverage. This suggests a more stable market environment for traders.
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Wall Street is starting to pay attention to Nof1's Alpha Arena, an AI-driven trading platform. This suggests SUI Group and Karatage may have made a smart early bet on AI in finance.
Hyperliquid is losing ground to newer competitors in the perpetual futures market, while Lighter prepares for a major airdrop. This shift could change how traders access these decentralized platforms. The battle for traders in the perpetual futures market is heating up, with Hyperliquid falling behind newer rivals as Lighter gears up for a significant airdrop.
Boros is gaining ground in the perpetuals trading space, competing with giants like Hyperliquid and Lighter. Its unique structural advantages could make it a major player in 2026. The platform's innovative approach to trading is attracting users looking for more efficient and flexible options.
Glassnode has introduced new tools to visualize Bitcoin options volatility over time. These heatmaps let users track expected price swings across different strike prices and expiration dates. The feature helps traders assess market sentiment and potential price movements more clearly.
Glassnode now tracks IBIT options, offering a window into how institutions manage Bitcoin risk and hedging strategies. This data reveals new details about market sentiment and trading behavior.