CME Crypto Contracts Surge with Record January Volumes
- CME’s crypto contracts had an average daily volume (ADV) of 198,000 in January.
- The notional value of these contracts was $13.6 billion.
- Year-over-year, cryptocurrency ADV increased by 180%.
- Micro bitcoin futures rose by 255%, while micro ether futures jumped 223%.
- Total ADV for all CME contracts reached 25.7 million in January.
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange reported a significant rise in its crypto contract volumes, with a notable year-over-year increase of 180% in average daily volume and substantial growth in micro bitcoin and ether futures.
Source (2.6)https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/02/04/cme-s-monthly-crypto-volumes-hits-record-high-in-january-surges-180?rand=52298
