What are currency futures contracts? How do they work?

What are currency futures contracts? How do they work?

This special feature covers currency futures contracts, explaining how they allow traders to agree on the future exchange rate of a currency at a set date. It explores how these contracts work, their use in hedging and speculation, and how they are traded on futures exchanges to manage currency risk in the global market.

22 articles
Binance to Remove Two Futures Contracts in October Binance to Remove Two Futures Contracts in October
Futures traders will soon have fewer options on Binance, as the exchange prepares to retire contracts linked to HIFI and BAKE.
2025-09-30 12:00
What are crypto futures contracts? What are crypto futures contracts?
Explore crypto futures: How traders use these contracts to profit from price movements in cryptocurrencies.
2025-09-17 19:45
Options vs Perpetual Contracts vs Futures Contracts Options vs Perpetual Contracts vs Futures Contracts
Crypto Trading: Options vs Futures vs Perpetual Contracts - WHAT'S the difference? Learn the pros & cons to trade smarter & manage risk.
2025-09-18 12:05
Bitcoin Trading in 2025: Should You Choose Spot or Futures? Bitcoin Trading in 2025: Should You Choose Spot or Futures?
A passive buy-and-hold strategy for Bitcoin has historically outperformed active spot and futures trading for non-professional traders. This pattern reinforces a consistent theme across past market cycles: retail traders often underperform due to emotiona
2025-09-12 13:42
What are perpetual futures contracts? What are perpetual futures contracts?
If you're interested in trading crypto futures contracts, you may have heard of perpetual futures contracts.
2025-09-12 10:27
What are Perpetual Futures? What are Perpetual Futures?
Perpetual futures are an innovative financial instrument that allows traders to speculate on the price of an asset without an expiry date. This article takes a look at how these contracts provide liquidity and flexibility for traders, and the risks involv
2025-09-12 10:23
Bitcoin rally fuels record dogecoin perpetual futures trading volume on Kraken Bitcoin rally fuels record dogecoin perpetual futures trading volume on Kraken
Dogecoin has set a 24-hour perpetual futures trading volume record on Kraken, surpassing Ethereum futures volumes for the first time, an analyst said.
2025-09-12 10:03
High risk, high reward: Crypto perpetual futures gain momentum in US High risk, high reward: Crypto perpetual futures gain momentum in US
Perpetual futures for crypto, also called perpetual swaps or perps, are gaining momentum in the United States amid concerns over risk to retail traders.
2025-09-12 09:54
Best Crypto Exchanges for Perpetual Futures Trading Best Crypto Exchanges for Perpetual Futures Trading
Coinbase is a leading platform in the cryptocurrency space, offering users a simple and secure way to buy, sell, and manage digital assets.
2025-09-11 18:14
Coinbase Brings Perpetual Futures to U.S. Traders Under CFTC Regulation Coinbase Brings Perpetual Futures to U.S. Traders Under CFTC Regulation
In a landmark move for American crypto traders, Coinbase has announced the launch of CFTC-regulated perpetual futures through Coinbase Financial Markets (CFM).
2025-09-11 17:55
Perpetual futures have arrived in the U.S. Perpetual futures have arrived in the U.S.
TL;DR: For the first time, U.S. traders can now access perpetual-style futures via Coinbase Financial Markets. These CFTC-regulated contracts have no monthly expiration dates and offer up to 10x leverage.
2025-09-11 17:45
Coinbase hails arrival of ‘perpetual-style’ futures in US Coinbase hails arrival of ‘perpetual-style’ futures in US
Coinbase Financial Markets has said the launch of its "perpetual-style" crypto futures on Monday marks the arrival of a key product for the US regulated market.
2025-09-11 17:38
What are XRP futures and how to invest in them? What are XRP futures and how to invest in them?
If you’re following developments in the cryptocurrency market, you’ve likely noticed that Coinbase Derivatives has introduced XRP futures contracts to its US derivatives exchange. This move is part of a broader trend where regulated platforms are expandin
2025-09-11 14:30
Cboe to Launch 10-Year Bitcoin Futures in US Cboe to Launch 10-Year Bitcoin Futures in US
Cboe Global Markets is set to introduce 10-year-dated Bitcoin futures contracts for US traders, pending regulatory approval.
2025-09-11 00:50
Best Crypto Futures Trading Platforms in 2025 Best Crypto Futures Trading Platforms in 2025
Crypto traders buy and sell billions of dollars worth of futures daily on various crypto exchanges. These derivative products, often traded as perpetual instruments, provide high leverage limits and the ability to trade both market directions.
2025-09-10 11:33
Bitcoin Futures: BTC Trading Guide For 2025 Bitcoin Futures: BTC Trading Guide For 2025
So, you want to dance with the devil in a futures contract? Welcome to the deep end of crypto where Bitcoin futures aren’t just a financial instrument, but also a test of conviction. You’re no longer just buying Bitcoin. You’re time-traveling.
2025-09-05 13:50
Coinbase Launches Mag7 + Crypto Equity Index Futures Coinbase Launches Mag7 + Crypto Equity Index Futures
Coinbase Derivatives will launch the Mag7 + Crypto Equity Index Futures, the first US-listed futures contract to combine major technology stocks and bitcoin
2025-09-03 15:09
HYPE Token Reaches Fifth Place, Surpasses Dogecoin With $2.06 Billion in Futures Trading Volume HYPE Token Reaches Fifth Place, Surpasses Dogecoin With $2.06 Billion in Futures Trading Volume
Hyperliquid's HYPE token achieves fifth place in global futures trading with $2.06 billion open interest.
2025-09-02 12:50
Binance Futures Trading Goes Dark for Less Than 60 Minutes, Users Compare to FTX Binance Futures Trading Goes Dark for Less Than 60 Minutes, Users Compare to FTX
World's largest cryptocurrency exchange temporarily halts all futures trading operations due to technical issues, d
2025-09-02 11:10
Ethereum Pulls Back to $4,200 as Futures Markets Flash Warning Signals Ethereum Pulls Back to $4,200 as Futures Markets Flash Warning Signals
Ethereum declined 5.7% to $4,280 after nearing record highs, with analysts citing increased derivatives activity.
2025-08-29 15:11
Dogecoin Futures Drop 8% as $200 Million Whale Transfer Triggers Selloff Dogecoin Futures Drop 8% as $200 Million Whale Transfer Triggers Selloff
Dogecoin futures open interest declined 8% as whale transfers to Binance coincided with price retreat from $0.25 resista
2025-08-29 15:02
Crypto ETF Boom: Solana and Ripple Futures Surge Ahead of SEC Spot Decision Crypto ETF Boom: Solana and Ripple Futures Surge Ahead of SEC Spot Decision
Cumulative inflows into Solana (SOL) and Ripple (XRP) exchange-traded funds have surpassed $1 billion since their launch, according to Nate Geraci,
2025-08-13 11:19