CME Group (CME) is preparing to move crypto futures and options to near-24/7 trading starting May 29, 2026, in a change that could cause the familiar “Bitcoin weekend gap” to disappear on the world’s largest derivatives exchange. This plan still depends on regulatory review, but if it proceeds on schedule, it will bring an important part of the regulated crypto derivatives market in the U.S. closer to Bitcoin’s continuous trading rhythm.

This change could fade the role of the “CME gap” in Bitcoin price analysis, while helping institutional investors hedge weekend risks directly on a regulated venue.

CME Moves Crypto Futures Toward 24/7 Trading

CME first announced plans to open 24/7 crypto futures and options trading in February…