The U.S. regulator authorized a Bitcoin perpetual futures listing on May 29, 2026, marking a historic milestone for crypto derivatives.
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) approved the first-ever Bitcoin perpetual futures contract for listing on a registered exchange. The decision, announced on May 29, 2026, allows traders to access leveraged, non-expiring Bitcoin exposure within the CFTC’s regulatory framework.
This move follows years of regulatory scrutiny over crypto derivatives, with prior attempts limited to traditional futures or options. The CFTC’s authorization signals growing institutional acceptance of digital assets, though it stops short of endorsing spot Bitcoin ETFs or other products.
The announcement was made via an op-ed by CFTC Chairman Michael, underscoring the agency’s role in shaping U.S. crypto market infrastructure.