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CME's Around-the-Clock Crypto Trading to Kick Off Soon

CME Group plans on launching 24/7 cryptocurrency futures and options trading on May 29.

Feb 19, 2026 • 1 min read

CME Group is ready to adopt the crypto clock. Pending regulatory approval, the world's premier derivatives marketplace plans on launching 24/7 cryptocurrency futures and options trading beginning May 29.

What's the Scoop?

Crypto Clock: The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) is moving to adopt the crypto clock with plans to launch "24/7" trading for its cryptocurrency derivatives. Barring a two-hour "weekly maintenance period" over the weekend, continuous crypto trading will begin on May 29. Clearing, settlement and regulatory reporting for weekend and holiday trading activity will be postponed to the following business day.
Explosive Growth: CME has experienced immense growth across its cryptocurrency products since it first launched BTC futures in 2017. According to CME's Global Head of Equities, FX and Alternative Products, "Client demand for risk management in the digital asset market is at an all-time high, driving a record $3 trillion in notional volume across our Cryptocurrency futures and options in 2025."

The crypto market doesn't sleep. Now, your risk management doesn't have to either. 🕐

24/7 trading for Cryptocurrency futures and options is coming May 29*, so you can manage your risk when you need to.

See what's changing. ➡️ https://t.co/DQt7os6uFX

*Pending regulatory review pic.twitter.com/i6xjkJVffm
— CME Group (@CMEGroup) February 19, 2026

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