CME Group Launches Regulated Options on Solana, XRP Futures
CME Group debuts CFTC-regulated options on Solana and XRP futures, offering institutional traders physically settled contracts for enhanced risk management.
The launch introduces physically settled contracts designed to provide institutional traders with enhanced risk management and flexible exposure to the underlying cryptocurrency assets.
CFTC-regulated options on Solana and XRP are now live and trading today 🚀
✅ Seamless integration: Physically settled into the underlying futures contract. ✅ Flexible exposure: Trade larger and micro sizes.
According to the official announcement|, the XRP and SOL options will seamlessly integrate into CME’s existing crypto futures framework, allowing traders to manage positions in both large and micro contract sizes.
CME Group Listing Offers Relief as Crypto Crash Triggered Exchange Outages
The listings come on the heels of a major market crash that triggered widespread outages on leading crypto perpetual exchanges including Backpack and Binance. Both platforms were forced to refund traders who lost funds during the volatility spike, validating the need for institutional capacity of firms like CME Group, which hit a record 9.2 million contracts in Q2 2025.
Waking up to see this post, I'm a exhausted, disappointed, and heart broken to see it go viral and to see the responses.
No one cares about our users more than our team, and if you take the time to actually read our Discord and my tweets over the past day, I hope you'll see… https://t.co/Dam7CKf3Zw
The move aligns with broader industry trends as traditional exchanges deepen their crypto footprint. Earlier this month, Nasdaq’s parent company Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) announced a $2 billion investment in prediction markets platform, Kalshi.
With open interest reaching $127 billion at the close of October 10, CME Group’s introduction of Solana and XRP futures enhances market depth and liquidity for both assets.
At press time, SOL trades at $197, up 12% on the day, while Ripple’s XRP changes hands at $2.55 after a 9% rebound, propelled by renewed investor confidence as US President Donald Trump cooled China trade rifts at the weekend, and tailwinds from the CME’s listings.
Disclaimer: Coinspeaker is committed to providing unbiased and transparent reporting. This article aims to deliver accurate and timely information but should not be taken as financial or investment advice. Since market conditions can change rapidly, we encourage you to verify information on your own and consult with a professional before making any decisions based on this content.
I’m a research analyst with experience supporting Web3 startups and financial organizations through data-driven insights and strategic analysis. My goal is to help organizations make smarter decisions by bridging the gap between traditional finance and blockchain innovation.
With a background in Economics, I bring a solid understanding of market dynamics, financial systems, and the broader economic forces shaping the crypto industry. I’m currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies at the University of Malta, where I’m expanding my expertise in decentralized systems, smart contracts, and real-world blockchain applications.
I’m especially interested in project evaluation, tokenomics, and ecosystem growth strategies, as these are areas where innovation can drive lasting impact. By combining my academic foundation with hands-on experience, I aim to provide meaningful insights that add value to both the financial and blockchain sectors.
