Group 1 - Coinbase announced the listing of a perpetual-style futures contract for Sentient (SENT) on its regulated trading platform, which has led to increased trading interest among derivatives traders [1] - The introduction of SENT futures aligns with a broader trend where US exchanges are competing to offer trading tools that were previously available only on offshore platforms [3] - Futures contracts are significant in the crypto market, driving approximately 75% of global trading volume, indicating their importance for speculation and hedging [2] Group 2 - The approval from the CFTC and NFA allows Coinbase to offer altcoin futures on a US-compliant platform, reducing counterparty risk and the likelihood of sudden exchange shutdowns [3] - The addition of SENT futures is expected to influence regular crypto investors, as futures markets often lead price movements, with increased activity in futures typically resulting in corresponding changes in spot prices [4] - Coinbase is likely to continue expanding its offerings of altcoin futures as US regulations evolve, indicating a growing market for these financial instruments [5]