Coinbase Launches Crypto Perps for US Retail Traders

Coinbase Enters US Crypto Perps Market with CFTC-Regulated Futures

Coinbase has officially launched perpetual futures contracts for US traders, providing American retail investors with access to these derivatives in a fully CFTC-regulated environment. This move signals growing mainstream acceptance of crypto derivatives within established regulatory frameworks.

The wait is over – Perpetual futures have arrived in the U.S.

The contracts are now live, with the initial offering including nano Bitcoin (BTC) and nano Ether (ETH) perpetual futures. Both products offer:

• Up to 10x intraday leverage
• No monthly expiration dates
• Trading fees as low as 0.02%

Nano BTC and nano ETH are fractional perpetual futures contracts that allow traders to gain exposure to Bitcoin and Ether with lower capital requirements. This makes them suitable for retail use and precise risk management.

Expanding Access to Crypto Derivatives

Perpetual futures account for approximately 90% of global crypto derivatives volume. Until now, US access has been limited due to regulatory barriers. Coinbase's launch reflects a broader industry trend to bring these products onshore under CFTC oversight. Platforms such as Codeum understand the importance of these regulatory hurdles and offer security consultations to ensure compliance.

Kraken's Entry into the US Perps Market

Earlier this month, Kraken also rolled out its own CFTC-regulated perpetuals via Kraken Pro. This indicates rising demand from US traders who have been sidelined as platforms like Binance and Bybit dominated global perp markets. Codeum also partners with launchpads and crypto agencies, which may benefit from these new market opportunities.