CFTC backs crypto perpetual contracts, issues advisory on 24/7 trading

The CFTC issued notices affecting platforms seeking to offer cryptocurrency perpetual futures contracts, including a no-action position for Coinbase and approval for Kalshi.

The CFTC issued notices affecting platforms seeking to offer cryptocurrency perpetual futures contracts, including a no-action position for Coinbase and approval for Kalshi.

The outage was caused by the same network update software bug that disrupted the protocol on Thursday, which resulted in nearly six hours of downtime.

The exchange’s integration with Deribit gives eligible US institutional investors access to global crypto options and perpetual futures markets.

Bitcoin saw its lowest levels since the middle of April as BTC price action continued ot diverge from thriving US stock markets.

Former CEO Alex Mashinsky filed documents seeking to vacate his 12-year sentence, which included claims involving FTX and a “hostile takeover” by a former Celsius executive, who was sentenced to time served.

Analysts warn Ether’s downside risks remain elevated as traders closely watch the $1,800 support zone for stability.

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Primary US benchmark West Texas Intermediate shaves below $88 a barrel.Tokyo, Seoul and Taipei stock exchanges surge by more than 2%.Hong Kong’s gains more muted, while Shanghai’s main benchmark loses 0.4%.