Perpetual futures are a type of cryptocurrency derivative contract that allows traders to speculate on the future price of an asset without an expiry date.
Phantom Wallet is expanding its perpetual futures capabilities by integrating the expertise of the market builders behind Hyperliquid's notable trading experiments. This strategic move signals a significant push into decentralized derivatives trading.
Cboe Global Markets is reportedly considering a significant shift, potentially converting its existing Bitcoin and Ethereum continuous futures contracts into perpetual futures. This move comes amidst growing US regulatory clarity and increasing competition in the crypto derivatives market.
CFTC Chair Gary Gensler expressed concerns that cryptocurrency perpetual futures might not be the optimal regulatory fit for traditional commodity markets, such as agriculture.
Controversial influencer Andrew Tate experienced substantial losses trading Bitcoin on the Hyperliquid exchange, with his wallet revealing over $800,000 in perpetual futures trading deficits due to repeated liquidations.
Kraken expands its derivatives offerings to US traders by launching perpetual futures on a new, CFTC-regulated venue, marking a significant step in bringing crypto trading onshore.
Perpetual futures are set to revolutionize crypto trading, potentially mirroring the transformative impact of ETFs. Discover how these derivatives are evolving and what their approval means for the market.
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