Cboe to Introduce Continuous Futures for Bitcoin and Ethereum in November
- Cboe plans to launch continuous futures for Bitcoin and Ethereum starting November 10, pending regulatory review.
- The new futures products will provide long-term market exposure with a contract expiration of ten years.
- Contracts will be settled in cash and aligned with real-time spot prices through daily adjustments.
- Catherine Clay, Cboe’s Global Head of Derivatives, noted the growing demand for perpetual-style futures among U.S. traders.
- This launch aligns with discussions at the upcoming SEC-CFTC roundtable on regulating perpetual contracts in the U.S.
The introduction of these continuous futures aims to simplify access for both institutional and retail traders while ensuring compliance within a regulated framework. This move signifies Cboe’s commitment to expanding its offerings in the crypto derivatives market.
With a focus on providing efficient trading strategies, Cboe’s new products could significantly enhance long-term exposure options for digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
