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02/06/26 07:54 UTC-04

7,200 trades and $50 million in the first weekend: CME Group launches crypto futures trading

  • CME Group CME Group has launched round-the-clock trading for cryptocurrency futures and options.
  • During the first weekend after launch, trading volume exceeded 7,200 contracts, representing approximately $50 million in notional value.
  • The company also made Bitcoin Volatility Futures available for 24/7 trading.

On May 29, 2026, CME Group officially introduced continuous trading for crypto futures and options. During the first weekend, market participants executed more than 7,200 crypto futures and options contracts with a total notional value of about $50 million.

According to the company, the launch is intended to provide market participants with uninterrupted access to regulated digital asset risk-management tools around the clock.

Tim McCourt Tim McCourt, Global Head of Equities, FX, and Alternative Products at CME Group, said the company aims to bridge the gap between traditional financial markets and the always-on crypto industry.

“By providing continuous weekend liquidity, we are meeting client demand and closing the gap between traditional regulated marketplaces and the 24/7 nature of crypto assets.”

McCourt added that the transition to continuous trading represents “the next natural stage in the evolution of the market” following the launch of CME’s Bitcoin futures in 2017.

The initiative was also welcomed by industry participants. JB Mackenzie JB Mackenzie of Robinhood Markets Robinhood Markets stated that the launch will allow users to trade regulated crypto derivatives at any time of day.

Noel Kimmel Noel Kimmel, President of Ripple Prime Ripple Prime, emphasized that institutional investors require continuous access to regulated crypto derivatives and supporting clearing infrastructure.

In addition, CME Group announced that Bitcoin Volatility Futures are now available for 24/7 trading. The product enables investors to gain exposure to expected 30-day Bitcoin volatility without taking a direct position on Bitcoin’s price.

See also: "Binance Announces Delisting of Seven Spot Trading Pairs"

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Editor: Alyona Nabok
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