Coinbase is set to introduce round-the-clock perpetual futures trading for Bitcoin and Ethereum in the United States through its regulated Coinbase Derivatives exchange.
Coinbase Derivatives, LLC, which operates under the oversight of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), confirmed plans to launch these continuous futures contracts.
Unlike traditional futures that expire on a set date, perpetual contracts allow traders to hold positions indefinitely. The trading model has been widely used in international markets, but U.S. investors have largely relied on offshore platforms due to regulatory restrictions.
Regulated Crypto Derivatives Aim to Compete with Offshore Markets
Derivatives trading makes up roughly 75% of global cryptocurrency transaction volumes, yet much of this activity takes place outside U.S. jurisdictions.
By offering perpetual futures under a regulated framework, Coinbase aims to provide a domestic alternative that meets compliance standards. To ensure infrastructure stability, the exchange is collaborating with Nodal Clear for CFTC-regulated clearing.
The introduction of 24/7 perpetual futures trading also distinguishes Coinbase from existing U.S. exchanges. While CME Group, the country’s largest traditional derivatives exchange, offers various crypto futures, its trading hours remain limited to standard U.S. market times.
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