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Solana CME futures tip impending US ETF approvals — Exec

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The upcoming launch of Solana (SOL) futures on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME), a US derivatives exchange, signals that the first US SOL exchange-traded fund (ETF) listings are coming soon, Chris Chung, founder of Solana-based swap platform Titan, told Cointelegraph.  On March 17, CME is preparing to launch SOL futures contracts. They will be among the first regulated Solana futures to hit the US market after Coinbase’s launched in February.  The listing “paves the way for the eventual approval of SOL ETFs,” Chung told Cointelegraph. Chung said he expects the…

Singapore Exchange to Launch Bitcoin Perpetual Futures in 2025, Strengthening Institutional Crypto

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The Singapore Exchange (SGX) is set to make a significant entry into the cryptocurrency derivatives market by introducing bitcoin perpetual futures in the second half of 2025, as reported by Bloomberg. This strategic move aims to cater to the rising institutional interest in digital assets, providing a regulated platform for trading. However, the launch is […] Original

Coinbase Derivatives to Launch 24/7 Bitcoin and Ethereum Futures

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Coinbase Derivatives, LLC, a futures exchange regulated by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), is preparing to introduce the first round-the-clock bitcoin and ethereum futures contracts, granting U.S. traders uninterrupted access to risk mitigation tools and market engagement. 24/7 Bitcoin and Ethereum Futures Set to Debut in US Markets These innovative instruments will function […] Original

Coinbase to launch 24/7 BTC, ETH futures in US

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Coinbase announced on March 10 that it plans to offer 24/7 trading for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) futures to US residents. The exchange is also launching perpetual futures trading with long-date expirations. According to Coinbase, much of the current crypto derivatives market takes place outside of US borders, with American traders having to navigate fixed hours and expiring contracts, “which can create inefficiencies.” Futures are a type of derivative that involves creating a contract to buy or sell an asset at a certain price and date. When the futures…

U.S. traders to gain round-the-clock access to Bitcoin, Ethereum futures

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Coinbase Derivatives, a CFTC-regulated futures exchange, is preparing to introduce 24/7 Bitcoin and Ethereum futures trading for U.S. traders. This marks the first time crypto futures will be available around the clock in the U.S., mirroring how cryptocurrency spot markets already operate, according to Coinbase. Derivatives, which allow traders to bet on future price movements without holding the actual asset, dominate global crypto trading. More than 75% of all crypto trading volume occurs through these contracts. However, U.S. traders have faced limitations due to fixed market hours and futures contracts…

Singapore Exchange Eyes Crypto Derivatives Market With Planned Bitcoin Futures Contracts

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Singapore Exchange to list Bitcoin futures in H2 2025: Report

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Singapore Exchange (SGX), the largest exchange group in Singapore, reportedly plans to debut Bitcoin perpetual futures in the second half of 2025. SGX is working to introduce Bitcoin (BTC) perpetual futures for institutional and professional investors in an effort to “expand institutional market access,” Bloomberg reported on March 10. A spokesperson at SGX reportedly said that the company expects to offer a trusted alternative for trading cryptocurrency futures with its Aa2 rating by Moody’s Ratings. Strictly restricting retail investors, SGX’s planned Bitcoin products are awaiting approval from the Monetary Authority…

Singapore exchange plans flexible Bitcoin futures, excluding retail traders

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Singapore-based exchange conglomerate is planning to launch open-ended Bitcoin future contracts in the second half of 2025. Singapore Exchange, the region’s primary asset exchange, plans to launch Bitcoin (BTC) perpetual futures contracts in the second half of 2025 as traditional exchanges expand their offerings in the crypto derivatives market. In a commentary for Bloomberg on March 10, an SGX spokesperson stated that the company will focus on institutional clients and professional investors, with retail customers excluded from access. While no specific timeframe was revealed, the spokesperson added that the offering…

Singapore Exchange to Launch BTC Perpetual Futures in 2025

Singapore Exchange Ltd. (SGX) is set to introduce bitcoin (BTC) perpetual futures in the second half of 2025, marking a significant step for the traditional exchange into the crypto derivatives market, according to a Bloomberg report. These contracts, designed for institutional clients and professional investors, will not be accessible to retail traders. SGX did not immediately respond to CryptoX’s request for comment. SGX’s move aligns with a broader trend among traditional exchanges embracing cryptocurrency derivatives. Japan’s Osaka Dojima Exchange Inc. is also seeking approval to list bitcoin futures, reflecting growing…

US Bitcoin reserve ups volatility, futures recoil

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Bitcoin’s volatility reached new highs and futures prices recoiled after US President Donald Trump’s order to create a strategic Bitcoin reserve for the United States drew ambivalent reactions from traders, market data shows.  Experts said the market’s response indicates disappointment among traders who hoped for a more aggressive plan to buy Bitcoin (BTC) with federal funds and uncertainty about the longer-term impacts of Trump’s announcement.  “The executive order did not meet market expectations because it failed to announce any new purchases, which many had hoped for,” said Theodore Agranat, Gunzilla…