Derivatives

Huobi's BitVC Uses Trader Profits to Cover Futures Loss

Bitcoin margin trading comes under scrutiny as BitVC takes 46% of traders' profits to cover a 3,000 BTC loss.

By Jon SouthurstNov 20, 2014

CFTC commissioner Mark Wetjen has spoken out in favour of flexible bitcoin regulation in the derivatives space and beyond.

Derivatives platform BTC.sx is now offering its BTC/USD currency pair to users on itBit's bitcoin exchange platform.

By Pete RizzoOct 20, 2014

The CFTC held a meeting today to discuss bitcoin and its potential effects on US derivatives markets.

By Tanaya MacheelOct 10, 2014

First Global Credit aims to let traders invest their bitcoin holdings in derivatives that mimic stock trading.

By Joon Ian WongOct 7, 2014

Bitcoin trading platform Coinarch has a 'reverse convertible' investment product, claiming it is the first in the bitcoin world.

The US Commodities Futures Trading Commission will hold a public hearing on 9th October to address digital currency.

By Pete RizzoSep 25, 2014

As the bitcoin economy matures, derivatives exchanges will emerge to satisfy commercial hedgers.

By Jon MatonisMay 27, 2014

Mercatus Center scholars recommend that policymakers use a “bottom-up” approach to regulating bitcoin.

By Alyssa HertigMay 18, 2014

Startup derivatives exchange Tera claims to have created the first bitcoin swap, allowing financial institutions to hedge bitcoin's volatility.

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