CME's 24/7 crypto derivatives market sees $50 million in first-week volume

Source: The Block
Published: Jun 2, 2026
Ingested: 2026-06-02T10:12:01Z

CME Group's 24/7 cryptocurrency derivatives market recorded approximately $50 million in trading volume during its first week of operation.

The round-the-clock market allows institutional investors to trade CME's Bitcoin and Ether futures and options around the clock, seven days a week, matching the underlying crypto market's continuous trading schedule.

Previously, CME's crypto derivatives were limited to nearly 24-hour trading on weekdays. The expansion addresses institutional demand for hedging during weekend volatility without relying on less regulated offshore venues.

The $50 million first-week figure represents a promising start, though it remains a fraction of CME's overall crypto derivatives volume (~$2-3B daily).