CME Sets May 29 Target for 24/7 Crypto Futures and Options Trading

Published at 2026-04-02 16:00:10

CME Group announced in a tweet that it has targeted May 29 to begin offering around-the-clock trading for crypto futures and options, subject to regulatory approval. The plan, if finalized, would extend trading hours at one of the world’s largest derivatives exchanges and align derivatives access more closely with 24/7 spot crypto markets.

Broader trading hours could improve liquidity, tighten spreads and give institutions better tools to manage overnight and cross‑time‑zone risk — potentially supporting greater institutional participation. The timeline remains conditional on regulator sign-off and operational readiness, so traders should monitor formal CME notices and filings for confirmation. Markets may price in these prospects in the coming weeks as participants assess the likely impact on volatility and market structure.

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Coinbase announced it has received conditional approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency for a national trust bank charter. The step is a regulatory milestone that could expand its custody and fiduciary services once conditions are met.

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Published at 2026-04-02 16:30:08

Australia to Regulate Crypto Companies

Australia has unveiled a new regulatory framework aimed at platforms that hold user funds, signaling tighter oversight of custodial crypto services. The move is intended to boost consumer protections while reshaping how exchanges, custodians and lending platforms operate in the country.

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Published at 2026-04-02 16:15:10

X to Auto-Lock Accounts at First Crypto Mention in Anti-Scam Push

X will automatically lock accounts when crypto is mentioned, responding to a recent spike in phishing attacks disguised as copyright notices. The move is part of the platform’s broader effort to clamp down on crypto-related scams.

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Published at 2026-04-02 15:45:18

IMF Warns Tokenized Finance Could Transform and Destabilize Global Markets

The IMF says tokenized finance is expanding quickly and its design choices could introduce new systemic risks that might reshape and destabilize global markets. Coordinated regulatory action and improved transparency are needed to contain potential cross‑border contagion and operational vulnerabilities.

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Published at 2026-04-02 15:45:09

US Prosecutors Seize $600K in Crypto Linked to Scam Targeting Ledger Users

Federal prosecutors in Connecticut have seized more than $600,000 in cryptocurrency tied to a fraud scheme that affected at least one Ledger hardware wallet user. The action highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts to trace and recover stolen crypto.