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Binance Unveils Bitcoin Quarterly Futures
World's number one crypto exchange Binance unveils BTC Quarterly Futures for Customers with competitive offerings
Intercontinental Exchange Bakkt Bitcoin Futures Trading Platform Goes Live
Launched as of 8 pm EST on Sept. 22, Bakkt’s physically settled Bitcoin futures trading has launched and is now live for trading on the Intercontinental Exchange Futures US (ICE).
LedgerX “Not Yet Approved” by CFTC to Launch Physical Bitcoin Futures
The United States Commodities and Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) confirmed that LedgerX has not yet been approved to offer physically-settled Bitcoin futures in contrary to previous announcements.
Intercontinental Exchange Plans to Launch Bakkt Bitcoin USD Cash Settled Monthly Futures
Singaporean Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) announced its plan to launch the Bakkt Bitcoin (USD) Cash Settled Monthly Futures, the first well-regulated futures platform for cryptocurrencies, on December 9.
Bitcoin Futures on CME Breaches The $50,000 Resistance Level
Bitcoin futures on Chicago Mercantile Exchange briefly breached the $50,000 psychological level.
Binance CEO Officially Announces the Launch of Binance Futures
The CEO of Binance, Changpeng Zhao had announced the official launch of Binance Futures. The announcement which he made open to the general public on September 9 could be seen bold strides in the right direction following the Bakkt's announcement of the Bitcoin futures.
Will CME's Ethereum Futures Launch Send Ether Price Higher?
With the launch of CME’s Ethereum futures contract imminent, what can we expect from the Ether price?
United States CFTC Issues Advisory on Digital Currencies for Futures Commission Merchants
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has released an advisory to futures commission merchants clarifying how to hold digital currencies in segregated accounts.
Open Interest in Bitcoin Futures Extends Gains, Nearing All-time High Reaching Over $5 Billion
According to data published by Bybt cryptocurrency futures and information platform, the current Open Interest in Bitcoin futures contracts has hit $5.35 billion.
OKEx Launches USDT-Margined Futures Live Trading With Up To 100× Leverage
OKEx, the world's largest futures crypto exchange based in Malta, announced the launching of BTC/USDT margined trading on its futures platform with an enticing leverage rate of 0.01-100×. Following the fulfillment of their simulation which began on November 5, the margined futures trading was launched live on Nov. 14.
Significant Bitcoin Price Fall is Expected as CME Bitcoin Futures Settle Ahead of the Weekend
Wall Street’s institutional interest in cryptocurrency has been reflected by CME’s futures contracts on Bitcoin, as it can only be traded by institutional investors and professionals.
The Faces Behind the Billion Dollar Bitcoin Futures Market
The BTC futures market has exploded like no one could have expected over recent years and it continues to grow. With new players on the scene from Binance to Bakkt and records being smashed left and right, here we take a look at some of the people making it happen.
Hong Kong IFEC Warns Against Trading on Illegal and Foreign Platforms for Virtual Assets
The investor and Financial Education Council (IFEC), a public organisation under the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), has issued a warning regarding the potential risks connected to unlicensed and foreign virtual asset trading platforms.
Binance Launches Incentive Campaign for USDC-M Perpetual Contracts
Binance launches a dual-incentive promotional campaign for USDC-margined perpetual contracts, targeting deposits and trading activities to stimulate market engagement and diversify trading options in the crypto futures market.
Bitcoin Futures Reaches $50,000, Will Bitcoin Break Through $60K?
After undergoing a correction yesterday, Bitcoin’s price surged to $50K on major crypto exchanges like Binance, Huobi and Bitfinex.
Bloomberg Predicts Bitcoin Price to Surge Past $20,000 in 2020, Doubling Last Year’s High
Bloomberg predicted in its recent report that Bitcoin’s price in 2020 could reach double of last year’s high of $14,000. It further suggested that adoption is the primary Bitcoin metric, and Bloomberg takes a positive outlook on this end. Bitcoin’s price has seen a 60% decline in 2014, and at the end of 2016, Bitcoin matched the peak in 2013. If Bitcoin chooses to follow the same trend as 2016, with a 75% decline in 2018, Bitcoin is headed towards $20,000, according to Bloomberg.
ProShares to Launch First Ether ETF and Blended Crypto Funds
ProShares is set to launch the first-ever ETF focused on ether, along with two blended ETFs that offer exposure to both bitcoin and ether, on October 2, 2023. These new ETFs aim to provide a more accessible and regulated avenue for investors to gain exposure to cryptocurrencies, without the need for a separate crypto custodian or wallet.
Invesco Puts Blame on U.S. SEC Rules for Decision to Withdraw Bitcoin Futures ETF
Invesco eventually talked about what prompted it to pull out its filing for Bitcoin futures ETF. The firm faulted SEC rules for the disaster.
Coinbase to Boost European Derivatives Market Presence with MiFID II License Acquisition
Coinbase is set to expand in the EU derivatives market by acquiring a MiFID II licensed entity in Cyprus, targeting regulated derivatives offerings like futures and options in 2024.
CME Group to Launch the Micro Ether Futures Product for Retail and Institutional Investors
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) is set to launch a Micro Ether Futures (MEF) product in a bid to expand its crypto derivatives offerings.
Paul Tudor Jones' Bet on Bitcoin Supported by CME’s Bitcoin Futures CFTC Data and PwC’s Latest Crypto Report
In an annual report by Elwood Asset Management and consulting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), the value of assets under management at cryptocurrency hedge funds has soared to $2 billion, doubling the value in 2019. Billionaire hedge fund manager Paul Tudor Jones was reportedly looking to buy Bitcoin to hedge against inflation as central banks across the world are printing money to relieve economies affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Ethereum’s Sentiment on Twitter Becomes Extremely Positive as DeFi’s Value Tops $80B
The Ethereum (ETH) network has been experiencing an uptick in activities and this made crowd sentiment on Twitter extremely positive, as disclosed by Data analytic firm IntoTheBlock.
Argentina Approves First Regulated Bitcoin Futures Index
The securities regulator of Argentina has approved the first regulated Bitcoin futures index on the Matba Rofex exchange, with the futures contract based on the price of BTC provided by various entities in the country. This provides a safe and regulated way for qualified investors to gain exposure to Bitcoin in a transparent environment. The launch of the Bitcoin futures contract comes as Argentina struggles with high inflation and citizens turn to Bitcoin as a way to mitigate its effects.
LMAX Group to Launch Crypto Futures Products, Pairing with Switzerland’s SIX
LMAX Group is seeking to capitalize on the mania for the booming cryptocurrency. The crypto futures products will give clients a regulated alternative to the underlying digital asset.
SEC Approves VanEck to Launch the Second Bitcoin Futures ETF in the U.S. Markets
The second Bitcoin-futures EFT is set to begin trading next week. The US SEC has made another important move by allowing VanEck to launch trading of its Bitcoin-futures ETF.
Cboe Digital Set to Launch Bitcoin and Ether Futures Trading in January 2024
Cboe Digital, the first US-regulated crypto native exchange, will launch Bitcoin and Ether futures trading, enhancing capital efficiency and market liquidity.
Hong Kong Embraces Virtual Asset Spot ETFs
Hong Kong is set to become the first market in Asia to allow Virtual Asset Spot ETFs, with around ten fund companies preparing for launch. This move signifies a major shift in the region's approach to virtual assets.
The US SEC Asks Valkyrie to Withdrawal Its Leveraged Bitcoin Futures ETF
The move by the US SEC shows that the regulator would not approve leveraged Bitcoin ETF applications. Valkyrie recently applied to offer a leveraged Bitcoin futures ETF to investors.
Crypto Deals Catch the Eye of Bigger Players, Triggering Price Surge
Fundraising by crypto companies has seen a surge in valuations as bigger players are pushing prices upwards.
Goldman Sachs Starts Trading Bitcoin Futures, Taps Galaxy Digital as Liquidity Provider
Goldman Sachs has partnered with Galax Digital to help the US investment bank offer Bitcoin futures products.
Binance Futures to Introduce USDC-Margined BOME, TIA, and MATIC Perpetual Contracts with Up to 75x Leverage
Binance Futures is set to expand its trading offerings by launching USDC-margined perpetual contracts for BOME, TIA, and MATIC cryptocurrencies. These contracts will provide traders with leverage of up to 75x, allowing for enhanced trading opportunities. The launch is aimed at enhancing users' trading experience and increasing trading choices on the Binance Futures platform.
Bitcoin Futures Perpetual Funding Rate Turns Positive as BTC Balance on Exchanges Slip to a 3-Year Low
A surge in Bitcoin's price has been instrumental in flipping BTC futures perpetual funding rate positive.
Crypto Exchange Bit.com Rolls Out Savings Product and USDT Margined Futures
Bit.com, a Singapore-based crypto exchange owned by Matrixport, has launched a new savings product and USDT margined futures to diversify the cryptocurrency options offered.
DeFi Derivatives Platform SynFutures Raises $14M in Series A Funding Led by Polychain
Singapore-based DEFI derivatives EXCHANGE-SynFutures announced Wednesday a Series A funding completed with a total value of $14 million.
Why Cathie Wood’s ARK Investments Skipped Buying the First Bitcoin Futures ETF Shares?
It was unusual that ARK Investments did not buy ProShares Bitcoin futures shares during the debut trading on the public markets. Wood Cathie, the CEO of the investment firm, has given out reasons behind such moves.
A Billion Dollars in Bitcoin Options Expired, Bitcoin may be Vulnerable to Violent Price Moves
A billion dollar worth of Bitcoin options are to expire today, in the meantime, traders debating whether this will result in higher volatility, and the direction of which Bitcoin price is headed. Traders are now deciding whether to take their options or leave the market.
LedgerX Co-Founders Put on Leave Following US CFTC Scrutiny
Ledger Holdings face trouble surrounding Bitcoin Futures trading markets. The CFTC has come forward to make it clear that any trading in the USA must be certified and then released to the public.
ARK Invest and 21Shares Launch Innovative Digital Asset ETF Suite
ARK Invest and 21Shares have launched a suite of digital asset ETFs, combining crypto-specific insights with traditional investment indicators, focusing on Bitcoin and Ether futures.
OKEx Adds Ether Options to Help Crypto Traders Exploit Market Volatility
Cryptocurrency exchange OKEx announced that it is adding two new services to its platform. The Malta-based exchange launched its ETH (Ether) options contracts on June 4. The exchange also announced that it will launch the EOS/USD options on June 18. The company also stated that they have placed 1000 Ether in the Ether options insurance funds to prevent any possible clawback. The exchange is one of the largest cryptocurrency trading and derivative platforms.
Binance Launches Futures NEXT: Predict Token Listings and Earn Rewards
Binance introduces Futures NEXT, a platform allowing users to predict token listings on USD‚ìà-M Futures market and earn rewards through a unique Pick system and multiplier-based vouchers.
Bakkt Platform Launched: Trades 71 Bitcoin Futures Contracts in 24 Hours
ICE’s historical data on Bakkt’s Bitcoin/USD futures contract trading reveals that the platform traded 71 BTC at press time, with the last trading price recorded at $9,875 per Bitcoin.
Bitcoin’s Social and Trading Volumes Hit a 5-Week High as Address Activity Surge to a 3-Week High
As Bitcoin (BTC) continues testing the $40K waters, its social and trading volumes are going through the roof, as acknowledged by on-chain metrics provider Santiment.
Bitcoin Price Surges to All-Time High Of $66,900 Level
Bitcoin has surged $66,900 level, passing the previous price record of $64,889 set in April.
Bitcoin Options Worth $1.3 Billion Expire
The largest lot of Bitcoin options until the year's end expired on Nov 27. The number stood at 78,000 Bitcoin (BTC) with a notional value of $1.3 billion.
Possible Impacts of Bitcoin Futures on the World Economy in the Next 10 Years
In the past month, there was a little increase of attention towards Bitcoin futures as Bakkt launched its own market, the Bitcoin futures market has been around since 2017. However, there are still some individuals who don’t clearly understand what it is.
SEC’s Filing Shows Blackrock Made $369,137 Profits on Its Bitcoin Futures
BlackRock has made $369,137 from its investment into Bitcoin futures, according to SEC’s filing. Despite crypto volatility, the investment firm is on a trajectory to more from its Bitcoin futures investments.
Bakkt Opens Long-Awaited Bitcoin Warehouse For Deposit and Withdrawal
Bakkt has finally announced the launch of its long-awaited for the withdrawal and deposit of Bitcoin, Bakkt had said in its announcement that it's potential clients are customers who are willing to deposit and withdraw Bitcoin.
ARK Invest Intensifies Investment in Robinhood
ARK Invest, led by Bitcoin enthusiast Cathie Wood, increased its stake in Robinhood, buying 1.1 million shares worth over $9.5 million in a single day. The investment was distributed across three ARK ETFs, with ARKK acquiring the majority.
CME’s Bitcoin Futures Premiums Surge, Hints Rising Institutional Demand
CME’s most popular Bitcoin futures contracts seems to have surged up recently to levels not seen since April 2021. Data analysis shows that a rising number of institutions are buying Bitcoin futures.
Citigroup Sets to Begin Trading Bitcoin Futures for Institutional Clients
Citigroup plans to start trading Bitcoin futures on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and launch Bitcoin exchange-traded notes later. The bank intends to offer this new service for specific institutional clients.
Bybit Rolls Out Grid Bot for Automated, Seamless Futures Trading
Crypto exchange Bybit has launched a new trading bot for seamless and automated trading to tame price volatility and risk associated with futures trading.
Crypto Analyst Suggests Bitcoin Price Has “Bottomed,” Bullish in the Next Few Weeks
Despite a massive technology stock sell-off recently, the US stock futures market was trading in positive territory on Sept 9, adding pressure to financial markets.
Bitcoin Price Sets 12-Day High as US Stock Futures Sees Bounce-Back Session
Bitcoin has currently surged above the $10,700 level, reaching its highest price level in 12 days.
Hong Kong SFC Warns Against Crypto Entities HongKongDAO and BitCuped for Suspected Fraud
The SFC of Hong Kong warns against HongKongDAO and BitCuped for suspected fraud, blocking their websites and extending caution to other virtual asset platforms.
Mike Novogratz's Galaxy Digital Files with SEC to Launch Bitcoin Futures ETF
Galaxy Digital announced plans to list a bitcoin futures ETF by seeking regulatory approval from the US SEC.
Open Interest for Ethereum Futures Soars to All-Time High of $2.21 Billion
Bybt, an aggregated derivative exchange, has provided a more in-depth analysis about open interest on Ethereum Futures hitting a record-high of $2.21 billion.
Adam White, COO of Bakkt on the Custody Offerings and Future Roadmap
Adam White, COO, Bakkt began his journey in the crypto world when he joined Coinbase six years ago, much to the dismay of his family and friends who believed has was throwing away his Harvard education on a pseudo-market.
CFTC Demands $572 Million in Penalty and Restitution for Bitcoin Scam, Defendant Nowhere to be Found
US CFTC demanded that the founder of the Bitcoin cryptocurrency scam company Control-Finance pay $572 million in penalty and restitution fees for Bitcoin fraud.
EDX Markets is Expanding in Singapore
EDX Markets expands to Singapore, backed by Citadel Securities and Fidelity Digital Assets, introducing innovative trading options like spot and perpetual futures, and emphasizing non-custodial clearing solutions.
Exploring the World of Digital Currency Futures Trading
Cryptocurrency futures trading merges digital currencies with futures trading, enhancing transparency, security, and global market access. Blockchain technology revolutionizes commodity markets and agricultural sectors.
Bitcoin Futures Open Interest Hit ATH Again as BTC Price Soars by 900% Since 2018
Bitcoin futures open interest is back to all-time high once again based on the present price surge which has seen the BTC price gain over 900% since 2018.
VanEck Makes the Case for Institutional Bitcoin Investment
VanEck has outlined the case for institutional Bitcoin (BTC) investment in a report published on Jan. 29. According to the investment management firm, even a small amount of BTC allocation could improve a portfolio's upside.
Investors Double Down on Derivatives Market as Bitcoin Futures Contracts Hit New All-Time High
The derivatives market is growing as the open interest has surged to a new all-time high of $20 billion across major exchanges.
Signum Digital Receives Approval for Security Token Offering Platform
Signum Digital, a joint venture of Coinstreet and Somerley, has received approval-in-principle from Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission for its security token offering platform called CS-Pro. The platform will allow investment in tangible assets such as private equities, real estate, art, and collectibles.
Bybit Launches Futures Contracts Settled in USDC Stablecoin
Bybit is one of the major crypto exchanges offering futures trading services globally. The exchange has launched a new trading service that settles options contracts in the stablecoin USDC.
What To Expect as $6B Worth of Bitcoin Options Are Set to Expire This Friday
As the market is getting ready for the expiry of $6 billion worth of Bitcoin options this Friday, expectations abound as to what to expect of the BTC price.
Bitcoin Price Breaks $11K Again, but Can’t Maintain Bullish Momentum
Over the weekend, Bitcoin broke past the $11,000K mark once again but has fallen back to record an approximate price of $10,900 since then.
Bakkt BTC Options Trading Falls To Zero: What Does This Mean for Mainstream Adoption?
The impetus behind Bakkt was to create a safe and regulated environment where larger institutions, corporation and investors would feel comfortable leveraging for access to the nascent crypto market. The trading volume or lack thereof seems to indicated that these larger investors are still weary of cryptocurrency.
CME Group Rolls Out Ether Options for Upcoming Merge
CME Group, a leading derivatives marketplace, has launched the options of Ether futures, given that the much-anticipated merge has been pushing demand.
Teucrium Trading Submits Bitcoin Futures ETF Application to SEC
ETF provider Teucrium Trading submitted an application Thursday for an exchange-traded fund (ETF) for tracking the futures of Bitcoin (BTC) to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
SEBA Bank Secures SFC License, Expanding Crypto Services to Hong Kong
Swiss cryptocurrency bank SEBA Bank has been granted a Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission license to offer trading, distribution, advisory, and asset management services in the Asia Pacific region.
Ex-CEO of Investment Firm Pleads Guilty to Cryptocurrency Fraud Scheme
Peter Kambolin, the ex-CEO of Systematic Alpha Management, pleaded guilty to a conspiracy to commit commodities fraud involving cryptocurrency futures contracts, as revealed by the DOJ on October 12, 2023. The case, marking a milestone as the first of its kind, unveils a "cherry-picking" scheme where Kambolin misallocated profitable trades to his accounts, misrepresenting trading focuses to investors. With legal proceedings underway, Kambolin faces up to five years in prison, showcasing the authorities' resolve against financial fraud in the crypto sector.
Bitcoin Futures Exchange BitMEX to Block Ontario Crypto Traders
Cryptocurrency derivatives exchange BitMEX announced today that it planned on removing its trading platform services from a Canadian province.
ProShares Unveils World's First Short Ether-Linked ETF
ProShares introduces ProShares Short Ether Strategy ETF (SETH), the world's first short ether-linked ETF, aiming to profit investors during ether price downtrends, reaffirming the firm's innovative approach.
VanEck Announces Launch of Ethereum Futures ETF (EFUT)
VanEck announces the launch of VanEck Ethereum Strategy ETF (EFUT), targeting Ethereum futures contracts for capital appreciation. EFUT, listed on CBOE, complements VanEck's Bitcoin ETF (XBTF) with a tax-efficient structure.
NFA issues new rule for digital asset commodities
The National Futures Association has issued a new compliance rule to address fraud and misconduct by its over 100 members involved in digital asset commodities. The new rule will take effect on May 31 and applies only to Bitcoin and Ether.
Argentina Considers Launching First Crypto Futures-Backed ETF In Latin America
The National Securities Commission of Argentine could soon follow the U.S. regulators in approving the launch of Bitcoin futures ETFs.
Why is everyone going crazy over NFT?
Dmytro Volkov, CTO of the international cryptocurrency exchange CEX.IO, has over 15 years ’work experience in IT, including over 10 years in financial markets. He has optimized the technology and processes at the CEX.IO exchange, as well as the trading and analytics systems and integrations with external systems. Equally, he has created the CEX.IO Broker platform to trade derivatives, an author of trainings on financial and tech topics as well as a speaker at industry-wide conferences.
Bakkt Bitcoin Futures Reach an All-Time High, BTC Traders Eye Federal Reserve Economic Projections
Bakkt, backed by the Intercontinental Exchange has reported a new record high of daily trading volumes in its physically-settled Bitcoin futures contracts.
Neuberger Berman Wins SEC Approval to Invest 5% Commodities Fund in Bitcoin Futures
Neuberger Berman has announced that its commodities fund can invest in Bitcoin futures and Bitcoin exchange-traded funds.
AdvisorShares Files for US Bitcoin Futures ETF
AdvisorShares investment manager becomes the latest firm to file an application for a Bitcoin futures ETF.
Ethereum Price Hits New All-Time High of $1460 as BTC Pulls Back, Why ETH Will Continue Surging
While Bitcoin has been consolidating and pulling back since its ascent above the $40,000 level, Ethereum (ETH) has soared to a new record-high of over $1460.
FTX Partners with Paradigm for 'One-Click' Futures Spread Trading
Crypto assets trading platform FTX has partnered with Paradigm, one of the largest institutional liquidity network in launching a “one-click” future spread trading that integrates eight (8) different cryptocurrencies
7RCC Spearheads a Carbon-Neutral Bitcoin ETF for ESG-Focused Investing
7RCC has submitted a spot Bitcoin ETF with a composition of 80% Bitcoin and 20% carbon credit futures, providing a unique, carbon-neutral investment option in the crypto market.
Binance Futures Introduces Updates to Taker Program, Offering Fee Discounts
Binance Futures has introduced a new Taker Program, offering up to 20% fee discounts on USDT-margined perpetual and delivery contracts, and a promotional rate on USDC-margined perpetual contracts. The program will be effective from April 30, 2024.
Binance CEO Boosting the Super Exchange Ecosystem, With the Possibility of Adding Options
Changpeng Zhao (CZ), CEO of Binance, one of the largest crypto exchanges in the world, has been speaking at multiple blockchain themed events in Singapore in mid-November. During these events, CZ has made new announcements regarding the company’s new partnerships and new products that will be rolling out.
Bitcoin Needs Momentum to Hit $43,000 For Recapturing the 200-Day Moving Average
Market analyst Lark Davis suggests that BTC needs momentum to push forward until the $43,000 level to regain the 200-day moving average.
US SEC Likely to Delay Bitcoin Futures ETFs Until 2022: CFRA Investment Research Firm
According to CFRA ETF and mutual research firm, the US SEC is likely to delay decisions on whether to approve applications of Bitcoin futures ETFs until 2022.
Stone Ridge Shutting down Bitcoin Futures Fund, Returning Money to Investors
Stone Ridge’s Bitcoin Futures Fund suffers losses triggered by market downturn and competition.
BlackRock Filings Signal the Giant Asset Management Firm Could Start Bitcoin Futures Trading
Blackrock investment management giant has filed documents with the SEC suggesting that the firm is set to dive into the crypto futures trading.
Bitcoin Analyst: Bitcoin Futures Do Not Manipulate Bitcoin Price In Spot Market
According to a Bitcoin analyst, PlanB, creator of one of the most accurate Bitcoin price models, on April 7, 2020, claimed that Bitcoin Futures do not affect the price of Bitcoin in the spot market. In his tweet, he said that Bitcoin prices stayed within the S2F bands even when Bitcoin was at its all-time-high (ATH) in December 2017 which many people claim was suppressed by the introduction of Bitcoin Futures in Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) in 2017.
Canadian Financial Company TMX Group to Launch First Crypto Futures This Year
Canadian financial services company that operates equities, fixed income, derivatives, and energy markets exchanges TMX Group said it will launch its first crypto futures product later this year.
Hong Kong Security Chief Vows to Hunt Down JPEX Crypto Scam Ringleaders
Hong Kong authorities are intensifying efforts to apprehend the key operators behind JPEX, a cryptocurrency platform implicated in the city's largest alleged financial fraud. The police have arrested 15 individuals and seized assets worth HK$85 million ($10.8 million). Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po emphasized the need for a proper regulatory framework for Web3-related businesses.
SEC Warns of Risks of Investing in Bitcoin Futures for Mutual Funds
The SEC issued an official statement to warn investors of the risks of Bitcoin futures investment in mutual funds.
Bitcoin’s Supply Squeeze May Just Start after BTC Surpassed $40K Level
Bitcoin has surpassed above 40K before falling back above the $36.8K level. On-chain analyst Will Clemente believes that BTC’s supply squeeze is just getting started.
Is Bitcoin Currently Overvalued? JPMorgan Foresees Selling Pressure Ahead
JPMorgan strategists acknowledged Bitcoin's latest bullish momentum on the market but said that the asset may face "modest headwind" in the near future.
Crypto Exchange MEXC Introduces Second-Level K-Line Function for Real Time Furtures Trading
To enhance real-time futures trading, crypto exchange MEXC has introduced the second-level K-line function that will incorporate the one-second time period.
Peter Kambolin Sentenced for Fraudulent Scheme in Cryptocurrency Futures Trading
Peter Kambolin, former CEO of Systematic Alpha Management LLC, was sentenced for a fraudulent "cherry-picking" scheme in cryptocurrency futures, underscoring the need for stringent regulatory oversight in crypto trading.
Gary Gensler Reiterates US SEC’s Support for Bitcoin Futures ETFs
The US SEC sees Bitcoin Futures ETFs as an area of market that provides better protection for investors looking to get exposure to the cryptocurrency.
Bit.com Enables Trading of Staked Ether on Spot and Perpetual Futures Markets
To meet the diversified needs of cryptocurrency users, Singapore-based crypto exchange Bit.com has launched Staked Ether (STETH) on spot and perpetual futures markets.
What Will Be The State of Bitcoin Going Forward?
Dmytro Volkov, CTO of the international cryptocurrency exchange CEX.IO, has over 15 years ’work experience in IT, including over 10 years in financial markets. He has optimized the technology and processes at the CEX.IO exchange, as well as the trading and analytics systems and integrations with external systems. Equally, he has created the CEX.IO Broker platform to trade derivatives, an author of trainings on financial and tech topics as well as a speaker at industry-wide conferences.
ProShares Bitcoin Futures ETF Wants Exemptions from Trading Limits
ProShares Bitcoin futures ETF shares could grow too fast on the CME public marketplace. The firm therefore has applied to be exempted from trading limits.
Synthetix Secures $20M Investment from DWF Labs
Synthetix has secured a $20 million investment from Web3 investment and quantitative trading firm DWF Labs. The partnership will see DWF Labs tasked with increasing SNX token liquidity and market making across centralized and decentralized exchanges, with Synthetix’ perpetual futures integrated into DWF Labs’ trading business.
CFTC Chairman Heath Tarbert Announces He Will Step Down Early Next Year
Heath Tarbert, the chairman of the U.S CFTC, has announced that he will leave the agency, thus setting the stage for Biden to choose another chairperson.
Coinbase's 'Nano' Bitcoin Futures Product Surges amid Declining Trading Volume
Coinbase's new derivatives unit is capturing the interest of new retail traders who are eyeing the crypto exchange's "nano" bitcoin product amid the company's collapsing trading volumes.
Binance Enhances Futures Trading with Multi-Assets Mode Launch
Starting February 9, 2024, Binance introduces an automatic Multi-Assets Mode for new futures accounts, enhancing trading flexibility and efficiency across margin assets.
Bitwise to Launch Two Innovative Ethereum Futures ETFs on October 2
Bitwise Asset Management to launch two first-of-its-kind Ethereum Futures ETFs, AETH and BTOP, on October 2. The ETFs offer exposure to CME Ether futures in a regulated format.
US CFTC Charges Crypto Futures Exchange Digitex for Registration and Trading Violations
The CFTC has filed civil charges against Digitex exchange and its CEO for running a fraudulent crypto futures platform and over other multiple violations.
Goldman Sachs to Reopen Bitcoin Futures Trading after Three-Year Pause
Goldman Sachs plans to relaunch its Bitcoin futures trading after pressing pause on it in 2018 due to the crypto price fall experienced that year.
JPMorgan Reveals Market is Highly Anticipating the Launch of CME Bitcoin Options
Institutional interest in Bitcoin-related contracts seems to be building as the market measures indicate high anticipation of the launch of CME Group Inc. options on Jan. 13, according to JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Bakkt Launches Two New Regulated Trading Products Ahead of Schedule
Bakkt launched its market for physically-settled Bitcoin futures in September this year, just launched its Options tied to its Bitcoin futures today.
Is Bitcoin’s True Power Being Revealed as COVID-19 Market Crisis Sends Oil Futures Price Below Zero?
As WTI crude oil futures plummeted into negative territory, the pioneer cryptocurrency Bitcoin hardly seemed to notice, recording only a minor correction and dipping under 7k.
MEXC Global Rolls Out MX/USDT Perpetual Trading Pair to Enhance Ecosystem
Crypto exchange MEXC Global has incorporated the MX/USDT perpetual trading pair to enhance the MX Futures market and enhance the MEXC ecosystem.
Bitcoin Futures Market is in a Healthy Contango,Indicating that the Price of Bitcoin will Rise Further
The BTC futures market has been scaling the heights based on an uptick in price, which means the market expectations are for higher prices in the future.
CME Group to Launch Euro-Denominated Bitcoin, Ether Futures on August 29
CME is about to launch Euro-denominated Bitcoin and Ether Futures products to meet the ever-growing demand for derivatives from an influx of retail and institutional investors.
Valkyrie Starts Trading Bitcoin Futures ETF on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange
Valkyrie becomes the second investment firm to begin trading its Bitcoin Futures ETF on the public market. ProShares was the first.