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Coinbase Derivatives Exchange to Launch Bitcoin and Ethereum Futures Contracts

by Dan K
Jun 2, 2023 - 2:00 pm
in Blockchain
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Coinbase Derivatives Exchange Set to Roll Out BTC and ETH Futures

Public cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is advancing its futures contracts amidst regulatory hurdles in the United States.

The Introduction of Institutional-Sized Contracts

On June 1, Coinbase disclosed its plans to launch Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) futures contracts on June 5 via its Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)-regulated derivatives exchange. These futures contracts are primarily designed for institutional investors.

According to Coinbase, the newly introduced institutional-sized contracts will be sized at 1 Bitcoin and 10 Ether. This specific sizing is intended to aid clients in effectively managing market exposure.

Why Coinbase Launched the Futures Contracts

Coinbase’s decision to launch these products was informed by feedback from the introduction of its nano Bitcoin and Ether futures contracts. The derivatives exchange of Coinbase is committed to meeting the requirements of institutional investors by providing inventive solutions tailored to their needs.

Coinbase’s International Expansion Strategy

On May 2, Coinbase announced its strategy to inaugurate a derivatives exchange in Bermuda, reflecting its international expansion plans. This exchange will enable traders to speculate on Bitcoin and Ethereum prices through perpetual futures contracts.

The contracts offer leverage up to 5x, which allows traders to increase their exposure to potential price movements. All trades on the exchange will be settled in Circle’s USD Coin (USDC), providing a stable and reliable value representation for participants.

Regulatory Challenges and Coinbase’s Response

Coinbase’s move to establish a derivatives exchange aligns with its efforts to address the need for regulatory clarity for digital asset trading in the United States. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) stated that the rulemaking process could span several years, indicating no urgency to expedite proceedings.

The SEC intends to use enforcement actions to bring clarity to the regulation of crypto assets. However, the SEC stressed that public statements by its chair, Gary Gensler, should not be interpreted as formal guidance or official policy statements from the commission.

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