CME Exchange Launches 24/7 Crypto Derivatives Trading to Meet Surging Institutional Demand
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) will begin round-the-clock trading of crypto futures and options on May 29th, marking a watershed moment for institutional crypto markets. The MOVE comes as CME's 2025 crypto derivatives volume hit $3 trillion amid growing institutional demand for risk management tools.
Tim McCourt, CME's Global Head of Equities and Crypto Products, emphasized the exchange's commitment to providing 'always-on' access to regulated markets. The new 24/7 trading window will operate on CME Globex with brief weekly maintenance periods, a significant upgrade from traditional market hours.