Global #crypto derivatives

With the ongoing crypto bull run sparking significant retail participation, investors are actively seeking new strategies for outsized gains. This has led to a surge in popularity for crypto binary options, a simplified form of crypto derivatives that allows traders to bet on whether an asset's price will rise or fall within a set timeframe.

Coinbase is making significant waves in the U.S. cryptocurrency market, ushering in a new era of regulated derivatives trading. The exchange has just launched CFTC-compliant perpetual-style futures trading, initially offering nano Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) contracts.

Coinbase is preparing to introduce CFTC-compliant U.S. perpetual futures for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) on July 21, signaling a pivotal moment for U.S. derivatives markets.

U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has rolled out a new suite of crypto derivatives specifically tailored for Australian wholesale clients, aligning with local regulatory requirements following a recent legal setback in the country.

The cryptocurrency landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with derivatives now accounting for 71% of total trading volume.

Hong Kong is set to align its regulatory framework with global standards for crypto derivatives. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) have announced their intention to adopt the reporting requirements established by the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) for over-the-counter (OTC) crypto derivatives.