Coinbase Launches CFTC-Regulated Perpetual Futures for US Retail Traders

Key Points

1. Coinbase Financial Markets introduced nano Bitcoin (BTC-PERP) and nano Ether (ETH-PERP) perpetual futures contracts for US retail traders, with up to 10x leverage and taker fees starting at 0.02%.

2. The launch is part of a broader effort by US-based exchanges to compete with overseas rivals, with Coinbase recently acquiring Deribit for $2.9 billion to strengthen its position in crypto derivatives.

3. Coinbase hinted at future listings tied to other major cryptocurrencies, including Solana and XRP, as it expands its product offerings.

4. TIME recognized Coinbase as one of 2025’s 100 Most Influential Companies, labeling it a 'disruptor' for its role in shaping US digital asset policies and markets.

5. Coinbase’s stock has surged 42% year-to-date, driven by regulatory advancements like the GENIUS stablecoin bill and its inclusion in the S&P 500.