In brief
- Kraken has launched CME-based Bitcoin and Ethereum futures for U.S. traders.
- The new offering coincides with congressional approval of landmark digital asset bills during what Republicans have dubbed “Crypto Week.”
- The CFTC gains ground as a preferred regulator, raising hopes for clearer rules across the industry.
Kraken launched a regulated crypto futures platform for U.S. clients Thursday, coinciding with the House’s passage of sweeping digital asset legislation that could transform and reshape the industry’s legal footing.
Offered through Kraken Derivatives U.S., the new service allows American users to trade CME-listed Bitcoin and Ethereum contracts along with spot crypto assets on Kraken Pro, marking Kraken’s first…
Jul 18 2025
