Kraken expands crypto options access with linear USD‑settled BTC and ETH
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2 outlets - including Financemagnates and Crypto-economy - are covering this story. Kraken has launched cash-settled, USD-denominated options on BTC and ETH with portfolio margin enabled by default, entering a segment of the crypto derivatives market where Coinbase and CME Group have also been expanding their positions. Kr…
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Kraken Launches USD-Settled Crypto Options for Institutional Traders
Kraken has launched cash-settled, USD-denominated options on BTC and ETH with portfolio margin enabled by default, entering a segment of the crypto derivatives market where Coinbase and CME Group have also been expanding their positions. Kr…
Kraken expands crypto options access with linear USD‑settled BTC and ETH
TL;DR: Kraken introduces European-style, US dollar (USD)-settled options contracts for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH). Initial access is enabled through the request-for-quote (RFQ) system within the Kraken Pro platform. Settlement is perform…