CME Group, a major US-based derivatives exchange, will introduce 24/7 trading for cryptocurrency futures and options.

The move positions CME to compete more directly with offshore cryptocurrency exchanges that operate continuously, potentially shifting market dynamics toward regulated platforms.

CME Group has recently introduced futures contracts for additional cryptocurrencies like Solana and XRP, broadening its regulated offerings beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum to attract institutional interest.

The exchange’s push into enhanced cryptocurrency trading features, such as options on specialized futures, reflects growing institutional demand for sophisticated risk management tools in the digital asset space.