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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).
Bitcoin Futures on CME Breaches The $50,000 Resistance Level
Bitcoin futures on Chicago Mercantile Exchange briefly breached the $50,000 psychological level.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?