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The CFTC approved the first regulated Bitcoin perpetual futures contract in the US, Kalshi’s BTCPERP, on May 29.
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CFTC, Kalshi, Mike Selig, Pepeto, Pepe cofounder
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The CFTC approved the first regulated Bitcoin perpetual futures contract in the US, Kalshi’s BTCPERP, on May 29.
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Sun, 14 Jun 2026 17:00:11 GMT · 5h 18m ago
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This approval follows the SEC and CFTC jointly classifying most crypto assets as digital commodities in March 2026, clearing the path for new products and bringing crypto derivatives within the US framework.
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The approval of regulated Bitcoin perpetual futures is expected to bring institutional liquidity into the crypto market, potentially boosting the value of various cryptocurrencies. Pepeto, a new meme coin exchange project, is drawing attention with its presale due to its perceived potential for significant returns upon its anticipated Binance listing.
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