Bitcoin And Ethereum Futures Go 24/7 On CME As Stock Breaks Out To New Highs
CME Group (NASDAQ:CME) will launch 24/7 cryptocurrency futures and options trading starting May 29, closing the timing gap between regulated derivatives and always-on crypto markets as CME is trading flat after breaking out to new highs.
The 24/7 Launch
CME will offer continuous trading on Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) futures and options starting May 29 at 4:00 p.m. CT, pending regulatory review.
The change addresses a key friction point—digital assets trade continuously on spot exchanges, but regulated futures close overnight and on weekends, creating gaps for hedging and risk management.
Tim McCourt, CME’s Global Head of Equities, FX, and Alternative Products, said client demand for crypto risk management reached an all-time high, driving a record $3 trillion in notional volume across crypto derivatives in 2025.
“Providing always-on access to our regulated, transparent cryptocurrency products ensures clients can manage their exposure and trade with confidence at …
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