CFTC says some derivatives markets may not suit 24/7 trading
The CFTC has warned regulated derivatives platforms that round-the-clock trading may suit crypto-native markets but may not work safely across every traditional asset class.The CFTC warned that 24/7 trading may not suit every traditional derivatives market.Coinbase said the CFTC approval adds crypto perpetuals and global options to its regulated platform.The CFTC and Gemini asked a Manhattan court to vacate a $5 million settlement order. The CFTC said in a Friday advisory that exchanges and clearinghouses should carefully assess products before extending trading and clearing to a 24/7 model. The agency said some markets can support constant access because newer trading systems use blockchain networks, decentralized infrastructure, crypto collateral, stablecoins, and mobile platforms. The warning came as the agency also allowed CFTC-regulated crypto platforms to offer perpetual futures and global options.Coinbase said in a Friday blog post that the approval lets one of its regulated affiliates add the largest and most liquid category of global crypto trading to its existing 24-hour platform. CFTC draws line between crypto and traditional markets According to the advisory, the agency does not view all markets the same way regarding permanent trading hours. The CFTC said agricultural derivatives may face different limits because of their customer base, regional structure, and









