Bitcoin Updates: CME Experiences 132% Jump in Crypto Trading Volume as Investors Turn to Regulated Hedges During Market Turmoil

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Bitget-RWA2025/11/24 21:46

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- CME Group's crypto futures/options hit record 794,903 contracts on Nov 21, 2025, up 132% YoY in ADV. - Surge driven by institutional/retail hedging amid crypto volatility, with micro BTC contracts alone hitting 210,347 daily contracts. - Bitcoin's $80.8K-$88.4K swing and $4.34B ETF outflows highlight market uncertainty as CME plans 24/7 trading expansion. - Regulated platform contrast with OTC markets attracts investors amid crypto sector regulatory scrutiny.

On November 21, 2025, CME Group Inc. (CME) achieved an all-time high in daily trading volume for its cryptocurrency futures and options, reaching 794,903 contracts,

breaking its former record of 728,475 contracts

set in August. This uptick highlights a growing appetite for regulated risk management solutions during periods of crypto market volatility. The average daily volume (ADV) for the year so far has jumped 132% to 270,900 contracts, representing $12 billion in notional value, compared to 2024. Open interest, which measures the total number of active contracts, increased 82% year-over-year to 299,700 contracts, or $26.6 billion in notional terms.

This heightened activity was fueled by both institutional and individual investors aiming to manage risk in volatile assets such as

Bitcoin

(BTC) and

Ether

(ETH).

Giovanni Vicioso, CME’s global head of cryptocurrency products

commented, “Clients worldwide are increasingly relying on our flagship cryptocurrency futures and options to mitigate risk and capitalize on opportunities in today’s challenging market.” Micro Bitcoin futures and options alone set a new daily record with 210,347 contracts traded, highlighting their popularity among smaller traders.

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The unprecedented trading activity came amid broader market instability. Last week, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs saw net outflows of $1.22 billion, bringing the four-week total to $4.34 billion. At the same time, Bitcoin’s price experienced significant swings, dropping to $80.8K on November 21 before recovering to $88.4K by the end of the week.

Market participants are also monitoring the Federal Reserve’s policy decisions

, with CME’s FedWatch tool showing a 75% chance of a 25-basis-point rate reduction in December.

CME’s crypto offerings have gained significant traction this year, with

fourth-quarter ADV climbing to 403,200 contracts

($14.2 billion in notional value), marking a 106% rise from the same period in 2024. The exchange is preparing to broaden access further by introducing 24/7 trading for its cryptocurrency futures and options early next year.

As the top derivatives exchange,

CME Group

has strengthened its foothold in the digital asset space, providing products for

BTC

ETH

Solana

(SOL), and

XRP

. The company’s regulated marketplace stands in sharp contrast to over-the-counter trading, attracting those who value transparency as regulatory oversight of digital assets intensifies.

Disclaimer: The content of this article solely reflects the author's opinion and does not represent the platform in any capacity. This article is not intended to serve as a reference for making investment decisions.

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