Coinbase Pioneers 24/7 Bitcoin and Ethereum Futures Trading for U.S. Market

Coinbase has made history as the first CFTC-regulated exchange to offer round-the-clock Bitcoin and ethereum futures trading to U.S. customers. This groundbreaking service, launched on May 9, 2025, caters to both retail and institutional investors, marking a significant leap forward in the regulated derivatives market. The initiative follows Coinbase’s March announcement and underscores the growing demand for accessible and continuous crypto derivatives trading.

Coinbase Launches 24/7 Bitcoin and Ethereum Futures Trading Following Deribit Takeover Announcement

Coinbase has become the first CFTC-regulated exchange to offer U.S. customers round-the-clock trading for Bitcoin and Ethereum futures. The service, which went live on May 9, 2025, caters to both retail and institutional investors, marking a significant milestone in the regulated derivatives market.

The MOVE follows Coinbase’s March announcement of the initiative, driven by strong demand from crypto-native traders. The San Francisco-based exchange, which went public in 2021, continues to expand its derivatives offerings amid growing institutional interest in digital assets.

Top 14 Altcoins Set to Explode in MAY 2025 as Bitcoin Dominance Drops

Bitcoin’s market dominance has slipped from over 65% to 63.89%, signaling a potential shift of capital into altcoins. Ethereum surged nearly 13%, while other major altcoins like Solana (SOL), Dogecoin (DOGE), and Cardano (ADA) rallied more than 6%. The ETH/BTC ratio rebounded from its lowest level since 2020, hinting at changing investor sentiment.

Analysts at Altcoin Daily have identified 14 altcoins poised for significant growth in 2025. Ethereum leads the pack, buoyed by institutional interest—Coinbase added 21,000 ETH to its treasury last quarter, now holding over 140,000 ETH. LAYER 2 solutions are gaining traction, further strengthening Ethereum’s position.