CME Reports Record High in Cryptocurrency Derivatives Trading Volume

According to PANews, the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) Group has reported a record high in cryptocurrency derivatives trading volume for the first quarter of 2025. The average daily trading volume reached 198,000 contracts, with a nominal value of $11.3 billion. This marks a significant milestone for the exchange. The trading volume for micro Ether futures reached 76,000 contracts, while micro Bitcoin futures saw a year-on-year increase of 113%, with an average daily trading volume of 77,000 contracts. The surge in trading activity is attributed to the lower thresholds and ease of risk management associated with micro contracts, which have contributed to the overall increase in trading activity.