Interactive Brokers (NASDAQ:IBKR) on Tuesday launched Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) Derivatives nano Bitcoin and Ether futures with 24/7 trading.The Crypto Futures LaunchThe new contracts come in two formats: monthly expirations or perpetual-style futures that don’t require rolling. The nano sizing lowers barriers as traditional Bitcoin futures require significant capital.Moreover, these smaller contracts reduce the entry cost while maintaining regulated exchange oversight. Trading runs 24/7 except Fridays 5-6 p.m ...

GREENWICH, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #IBKR--Interactive Brokers announced the launch of Coinbase Derivatives, LLC nano Bitcoin and nano Ether futures contracts for trading on the IBKR platform. ...

Contest Details - HTX launches a crypto futures contest featuring DOGE, ZEC, PIPPIN, ARC, & BCH [1] - The prize pool is $20,000 HTX [1] - New users and SVIPs receive additional benefits [1] Trading Focus - The contest encourages trading of specific cryptocurrencies [1]

RT Kraken Pro (@krakenpro)How do crypto futures work❓Crypto futures let traders speculate on the future price of digital assets, profiting whether prices rise or fall.Each contract is an agreement to buy or sell an asset at a set price on a future date.The contract follows the spot price of the asset, but traders don’t need to own the crypto to participate.💡 A flexible way to trade price movements without holding the asset itself. ...

Core Insights - The introduction of crypto ETFs has allowed investors to access crypto assets through traditional brokerage and retirement accounts, presenting a long-term return potential despite inherent volatility [1] - Recent market events, including a $19 billion leveraged wipeout in Bitcoin, highlight the extreme volatility associated with cryptocurrencies [1] Group 1: Crypto ETFs Overview - The new wave of crypto ETFs aims to provide investors with products that mitigate extreme volatility while still offering exposure to potential upside [2] - These ETFs come with higher fees and employ active management strategies to capitalize on the volatility of cryptocurrencies [2] Group 2: Income Potential of Crypto ETFs - Crypto income ETFs may appeal to cautious investors seeking income alongside exposure to cryptocurrencies, but total returns may not be impressive [3] - While crypto income ETFs can generate income through futures trading, they do not hold the underlying crypto assets directly [4] Group 3: Performance Analysis - The ProShares Bitcoin ETF (BITO) has reported a high dividend yield of over 50% annualized, but its total return is underwhelming with a nearly 20% decline year-to-date [5][6] - Despite Bitcoin's price increase of over 20%, BITO has shown only modest gains, leading to potential capital losses for investors who sell shares [6] Group 4: Market Dynamics - The use of futures in ETFs introduces a time premium that can decay, leading to significant losses during sideways markets or crypto downturns [7]

CME to make crypto futures ‘always on’ with 24/7 trading in 2026 https://t.co/dsZejnseoi ...

This is big.Oh man.Joe Weisenthal (@TheStalwart):*CME TO OFFER AROUND-THE-CLOCK TRADING FOR CRYPTO FUTURES ...

🚨JUST IN: CME GROUP ANNOUNCES PLANS TO ROLL OUT 24/7 CRYPTO FUTURES AND OPTIONS TRADING STARTING IN 2026 ...

🔥 JUST IN: CME Group to offer 24/7 trading for crypto futures and options starting early 2026. https://t.co/lHQpBIrBEj ...

Core Insights - Institutional investors are increasingly adopting CME's futures for XRP and Solana, alongside growth in Bitcoin and Ether derivatives [1][2] - Total crypto futures open interest has doubled year-over-year, reaching $30 to $35 billion daily, indicating significant institutional activity [2][3] - CME's cash-settled futures provide a regulated way for institutions to gain exposure to cryptocurrencies without direct ownership [2][3] Futures Contracts and Open Interest - Futures contracts are standardized agreements to buy or sell an asset at a predetermined price on a future date, with open interest representing the number of active contracts [3] - XRP and Solana futures have reached record highs in open interest, with Solana hitting the $1 billion mark in August, just five months after launch [4][5] - Ether futures open interest reached $9.05 billion, peaking at $10.42 billion in August, while Ether options also hit a record high of over $1 billion in September [6][7] Market Dynamics - The rapid accumulation of open interest in Solana is notable, taking five months to reach $1 billion compared to Ether's eight months and Bitcoin's three years [5] - The introduction of regulated crypto futures and spot ETFs in the U.S. has enhanced market legitimacy and transparency, attracting more institutional capital [8]