CME Group Launches 24/7 Crypto Trading for Institutions

CME Group has announced the launch of 24/7 crypto futures trading, effective May 29 at 4:00 p.m. CT. The initiative allows institutions to trade futures on Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, Cardano, Chainlink, Stellar, Avalanche, and Sui around the clock.

This move expands CME’s existing crypto derivatives offerings by eliminating traditional market-hour restrictions. The exchange previously offered limited-hour trading for Bitcoin and Ethereum futures. Now, all nine listed tokens will be tradable continuously.

The announcement underscores growing institutional demand for crypto exposure and reflects efforts by traditional financial infrastructure to accommodate digital assets.