CME crypto derivatives hit record Q4 2025 activity as ETH, SOL and XRP drive expansion

CME Group reported record crypto derivatives activity in Q4 2025, with engagement, volumes, and open interest all reaching new highs as ETH, SOL, and XRP futures and options gained traction among institutional traders. Over the past year, CME cleared more than $3T in notional crypto futures and options, with average daily volumes more than doubling to 280K contracts and open interest rising to 313K contracts. The exchange is preparing 24/7 trading for its crypto markets, new ADA, LINK, and XLM contracts from February 9, and a Nasdaq CME Crypto Index planned by the end of 2025.