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US Paves Way for Onshore Crypto-Linked Perpetual Futures

The main US derivatives regulator said perpetual futures contracts for cryptocurrencies could trade on registered onshore platforms if they meet certain conditions, bringing to America a popular trading instrument that has until now existed almost entirely overseas.

29 May 2026, 14:38 UTCSource: Bloomberg Markets
⚠️ This is a probabilistic forecast, not a guarantee. Accuracy is measured only on resolved scenarios; monitor confirmation indicators below.
A
Escalation26% model probability

Confirmation indicators

  • Increased media coverage of the new regulations and the rapid adoption of crypto
  • linked perpetual futures by major market players like hedge funds.
  • Time horizon: 10 to 30 days
Horizon: 10–30 days
B
Status quo54% model probability

Confirmation indicators

  • Increased media coverage of the new regulations and the rapid adoption of crypto
  • linked perpetual futures by major market players like hedge funds.
  • Time horizon: 10 to 30 days
Horizon: 10–30 days
C
De-escalation20% model probability

Confirmation indicators

  • Increased media coverage of the new regulations and the rapid adoption of crypto
  • linked perpetual futures by major market players like hedge funds.
  • Time horizon: 10 to 30 days
Horizon: 10–30 days