Catenaa, Saturday, September 13, 202-Cboe Global Markets announced plans to launch continuous cash-settled Bitcoin and Ether futures on its Cboe Futures Exchange (CFE) starting November 10, pending regulatory approval.
The contracts, designed with a 10-year expiration, aim to simplify position management and reduce costs associated with frequent rollovers.
Cash-settled futures will track spot prices through daily funding adjustments, providing a regulated US alternative to offshore perpetual futures, which dominate global crypto derivatives markets.
The product targets both institutional investors and retail traders seeking long-term exposure to Bitcoin and Ether in a transparent, centrally cleared environment.
Cboe said the contracts will be cleared via Cboe Clear US, a CFTC-regulated clearinghouse, and will complement its existing suite of Bitcoin and Ether derivatives, including options and margined futures.
Educational sessions on the new product are scheduled for October 30 and November 20 to guide traders on continuous futures mechanics.
The launch follows broader regulatory signals, with the CFTC preparing to approve perpetual futures for cryptocurrencies, aiming to bring offshore trading back onshore.
Cboe’s move is part of its strategy to expand its global exchange and clearing ecosystem while responding to increasing US demand for regulated digital asset derivatives. The exchange’s offering strengthens its position as a central hub for crypto futures, options, and ETFs.
