Coinbase Derivatives and Talos Forge Alliance to Boost Institutional Crypto Trading

Talos, a provider of institutional trading technology for digital assets, has partnered with Coinbase Derivatives, LLC, to expand the avenues available for institutional investors seeking to invest in cryptocurrency within a regulated framework. This collaboration enables investors to access a regulated futures exchange offering Bitcoin and ether futures contracts.Exploring Institutional Crypto DerivativesAccording to the press release, these contracts, sized at 1 Bitcoin and 10 ether, cater specifically to the needs of institutional investors. They provide a tool for managing crypto market exposure without the complexities of direct asset custody.Daniel Packham, the VP and Head of Operations for EMEA at Talos, mentioned: "The derivatives markets are a significant component of the digital assets ecosystem for institutions who seek secure, liquid, and increasingly regulated venues for trading. We have seen a lot of interest and growth in our derivatives business, and our integration with Coinbase Derivatives will expand the universe of regulated futures that clients can access using the Talos platform."Talos and @Coinbase Derivatives open a new avenue for institutional crypto derivatives trading.➡️ https://t.co/0IKHq58L4AOur integration will expand the universe of regulated futures that clients can access using the Talos platform. #CryptoTrading #DigitalAssets pic.twitter.com/NZpHf2PV7e— Talos (@talostrading) April 2, 2024Besides that, Coinbase Derivatives offers nano-sized contracts tailored for retail investors to allow for more accessible participation in crypto derivatives trading. Talos' clients can leverage the liquidity of Coinbase Derivatives' futures contracts through algorithms, including Talos's Multileg algorithm, which facilitates the implementation of trading strategies.Talos provides the technology supporting digital assets for institutional investors. From liquidity sourcing to settlement and portfolio management, Talos' platform connects institutions to key participants in the digital asset space.Last year, Coinbase Derivatives Exchange introduced Bitcoin and ether futures contracts. These futures are accessible through third-party institutional Futures Commission Merchants and brokers. This step signified the efforts by the crypto exchange to meet the growing demand for crypto futures among investors.Fulfilling Institutional DemandsFutures contracts enable investors to secure positions for buying or selling assets at predetermined prices in the future. This offering provides a structured approach to risk management and speculation in the crypto market. Coinbase's foray into derivatives followed its launch of a global cryptocurrency derivatives exchange, which caters to institutional clients outside the US. However, regulatory hurdles presented significant challenges, including a Wells Notice from the Securities and Exchange Commission in March. The notice accused Coinbase of offering unregistered securities, highlighting the regulatory uncertainties surrounding the crypto industry in the US. This article was written by Jared Kirui at www.financemagnates.com.

Coinbase Derivatives and Talos Forge Alliance to Boost Institutional Crypto Trading

Talos, a provider of institutional trading technology for digital assets, has partnered with Coinbase Derivatives, LLC, to expand the avenues available for institutional investors seeking to invest in cryptocurrency within a regulated framework. This collaboration enables investors to access a regulated futures exchange offering Bitcoin and ether futures contracts.

Exploring Institutional Crypto Derivatives

According to the press release, these contracts, sized at 1 Bitcoin and 10 ether, cater specifically to the needs of institutional investors. They provide a tool for managing crypto market exposure without the complexities of direct asset custody.

Daniel Packham, the VP and Head of Operations for EMEA at Talos, mentioned: "The derivatives markets are a significant component of the digital assets ecosystem for institutions who seek secure, liquid, and increasingly regulated venues for trading. We have seen a lot of interest and growth in our derivatives business, and our integration with Coinbase Derivatives will expand the universe of regulated futures that clients can access using the Talos platform."

Besides that, Coinbase Derivatives offers nano-sized contracts tailored for retail investors to allow for more accessible participation in crypto derivatives trading. Talos' clients can leverage the liquidity of Coinbase Derivatives' futures contracts through algorithms, including Talos's Multileg algorithm, which facilitates the implementation of trading strategies.

Talos provides the technology supporting digital assets for institutional investors. From liquidity sourcing to settlement and portfolio management, Talos' platform connects institutions to key participants in the digital asset space.

Last year, Coinbase Derivatives Exchange introduced Bitcoin and ether futures contracts. These futures are accessible through third-party institutional Futures Commission Merchants and brokers. This step signified the efforts by the crypto exchange to meet the growing demand for crypto futures among investors.

Fulfilling Institutional Demands

Futures contracts enable investors to secure positions for buying or selling assets at predetermined prices in the future. This offering provides a structured approach to risk management and speculation in the crypto market. Coinbase's foray into derivatives followed its launch of a global cryptocurrency derivatives exchange, which caters to institutional clients outside the US.

However, regulatory hurdles presented significant challenges, including a Wells Notice from the Securities and Exchange Commission in March. The notice accused Coinbase of offering unregistered securities, highlighting the regulatory uncertainties surrounding the crypto industry in the US. This article was written by Jared Kirui at www.financemagnates.com.