ESMA warns crypto perpetual derivatives likely fall under CFD rules

ESMA warns crypto perpetual derivatives likely fall under CFD rules

• The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the financial markets regulator and supervisor in the European Union, issued a notice to remind entities to assess investmen

FinTech · February 24, 2026 (updated February 25, 2026) · 2 min · 333 words
Bitcoin Price Discovery Moves to Chicago

Bitcoin Price Discovery Moves to Chicago

• CME’s nonstop derivatives access accelerates institutional migration from crypto exchanges. • Futures and options may rival spot trading volumes providing alternative risk manage

Binance Bitcoin Balances Reach Highest Since November

Binance Bitcoin Balances Reach Highest Since November

• Bitcoin holdings in Binance-linked wallets rose to 676,835 BTC, up 9.3% from November low. • The increase signals potential selling pressure or margin use in derivatives, often c

CME targets May launch for 24/7 crypto derivatives trading

CME targets May launch for 24/7 crypto derivatives trading

• CME targets May launch for 24/7 crypto derivatives trading As both the SEC and CFTC explore 24/7 trading hours for US capital markets, several traditional financial exchanges fil

FinTech · February 19, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 2 min · 297 words
DerivaDEX launches Bermuda-licensed derivatives exchange under DAO governance

DerivaDEX launches Bermuda-licensed derivatives exchange under DAO governance

• DerivaDEX launches Bermuda-licensed derivatives exchange under DAO governance The decentralized exchange has begun offering crypto perpetual swaps after receiving a test license

FinTech · February 18, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 1 min · 167 words