Unveiling the Crypto Circus: XRP and Solana Futures Now Open 24/7!

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Ah, dear reader, gather ’round as we delve into the curious world of Coinbase Derivatives, which has recently taken a bold step into the abyss of 24/7 trading for Bitcoin and Ethereum futures. Yes, you heard it right! This makes it the first CFTC-regulated U.S. exchange to embrace such a relentless schedule. U.S. traders can now indulge in the delightful chaos of buying and selling BTC and ETH futures at any hour, even when the moon is high and the stars are dim. 🌙✨

24/7 XRP & SOL Futures To Launch Soon

But wait! The plot thickens! Coinbase, in its infinite wisdom, is preparing to launch 24/7 trading for XRP and SOL futures, commencing June 13. This audacious move aims to bridge the yawning chasm between the traditional U.S. trading hours and the ever-spiraling global markets. With derivatives now constituting over 75% of the global crypto trading, Coinbase is not merely dipping its toes; it is diving headfirst into the deep end, hoping to snatch a larger share of the pie. 🍰

“Starting June 13, we’re enabling 24×7 trading for $XRP and Solana ($SOL) futures, unlocking real-time access to U.S. traders, reflecting the always-on nature of crypto markets.”

— Coinbase Institutional (@CoinbaseInsto) May 29, 2025

“The arrival of 24/7 CFTC-regulated markets is a game-changer for the industry,” proclaimed Andy Sears, the illustrious CEO of Coinbase Financial Markets, as if he were announcing the dawn of a new era. One can only wonder if he was wearing a cape at the time. 🦸‍♂️

More Futures and Perpetual Contracts

In a whirlwind of activity, Coinbase rolled out Solana futures back in February, followed by the much-anticipated XRP and nano XRP futures just last month. On Thursday, the trading floor was alive with excitement as Nano Solana topped the charts with over 23,000 contracts traded. Meanwhile, XRP futures also saw a flurry of action, with more than 13,000 contracts exchanged across both standard and nano sizes. It’s a veritable trading frenzy! 📈

Now, Coinbase is offering futures contracts for SOL, XRP, ADA, and HBAR, as if they were handing out candy at a fair. And lo! The exchange is on the brink of launching perpetual BTC and ETH futures in the U.S., a novel approach to trading crypto, designed to satiate the insatiable demand for crypto derivatives within a fully regulated setting. What a time to be alive!

While Bitcoin and Ethereum remain the stalwarts of Coinbase’s derivatives, the burgeoning interest in altcoin futures is a testament to the ever-evolving landscape of this digital bazaar. 🎪

Coinbase Rolls Out New Features

And as if that weren’t enough, Coinbase Advanced has undergone a transformation, rolling out new features that would make even the most seasoned trader giddy with delight. Auto-sweeping sends excess funds back to your main account, while auto-rolling employs clever algorithms to manage those pesky expiring positions. New order types with editable limit orders are on the horizon, and a new margin health tool is set to make tracking and managing liquidation risk a walk in the park. Or perhaps a stroll through a minefield? Who can say? 😅

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2025-05-30 07:07