The CFTC-approved BTCPERP contract tracks Bitcoin spot prices, expanding regulated crypto derivatives offerings.
Prediction market platform Kalshi has introduced Bitcoin perpetual contracts, following regulatory approval from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. The BTCPERP contract is linked to Bitcoin’s spot price and complies with the Commodity Exchange Act and designated contract market principles.
The CFTC’s approval marks a step toward broader institutional access to crypto derivatives. Rival platform Polymarket recently launched invitation-only perpetual contracts, with plans for public availability in the coming weeks.
No immediate market reaction was reported following the announcement.