CME Exchange Broadens Institutional Crypto Access with ADA, LINK, and XLM Futures
CME Group is expanding its regulated cryptocurrency derivatives offerings with the introduction of new futures contracts for Cardano (ADA), chainlink (LINK), and Stellar Lumens (XLM). Trading is scheduled to begin on February 9, subject to regulatory approval. The contracts will be offered in both standard and micro sizes, providing institutional and retail traders with efficient tools for risk management and exposure.
The standard contracts will represent 100,000 ADA, 5,000 LINK, and 250,000 XLM, respectively, while the micro contracts will offer smaller denominations. This expansion highlights the growing institutional demand for regulated crypto products amidst ongoing market volatility.
"Our crypto product suite continues to evolve in response to market needs," stated Giovanni Vicioso, CME's Global Head of Cryptocurrency Products. This MOVE signals a further step toward the mainstream adoption of altcoins as legitimate hedging instruments through traditional financial channels.