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Cryptocurrency Futures

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Control more with less upfront

Manage larger positions with a fraction of the capital required by ETFs through the power of margin.

Go short as easily as you go long

Capitalize on every market cycle by capturing downward trends with the same efficiency as upward moves.

Contract sizes for every strategy

Scale your exposure with precision by choosing between standard and Micro contracts for high volume and portfolio management.

Trade with confidence

Access a trusted, CFTC- regulated marketplace for transparent price discovery without the need for digital wallets or third-party custody.

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Smaller contracts, simpler access. Start trading with confidence using smaller-sized futures: lower capital, same regulated transparency.
MBT

Micro Bitcoin futures

Enjoy the big features of BTC in a smaller-sized contract.

MET

Micro Ether futures

A smaller contract, all the same benefits, plus added flexibility and precision.

MXP

Micro XRP futures

Smaller in size, but just as powerful in markets.

MSL

Micro Solana futures

The bite-sized contract for more flexibility in your trading portfolio.

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Gain exposure to bitcoin, securely. Tap into futures on one of the world’s most recognized crypto assets, often called “digital gold.”
QBTC

Spot-Quoted Bitcoin futures

Fine-tune bitcoin exposure with transparent, efficient futures.

BFF

Bitcoin Friday futures

The starter-friendly contract for the world’s leading cryptocurrency.

MBT

Micro Bitcoin futures

Enjoy the big features of BTC in a smaller-sized contract.

BTC

Bitcoin futures

The original futures contract for trading the new “digital gold.”

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Gain precision with Ether futures. Access one of the most traded digital assets with standard- and Micro-sized futures.
MET

Micro Ether futures

A smaller contract, all the same benefits, plus added flexibility and precision.

QETH

Spot-Quoted Ether futures

Access price discovery and manage exposure to ether.

ETH

Ether futures

Manage your exposure to one of the leading cryptocurrencies.

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Enter the Solana ecosystem, your way. Gain exposure to a fast growing crypto asset through our regulated, cost-efficient futures contracts.
MSL

Micro SOL futures

The bite-sized contract for bigger, more flexible moves in your portfolio.

SOL

Solana futures

Capitalize on the growth of one of the fastest blockchain networks.

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Designed for active traders, XRP futures offer deep liquidity and efficient access to one of the most watched digital assets.
MXP

Micro XRP futures

Smaller in size, but just as powerful in markets.

XRP

XRP futures

Trade capital-efficient contracts on a leading, rapidly growing crypto.

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Gain secure, regulated exposure to the pioneering platform powering decentralized innovation.
MCA

Micro ADA futures

A smaller, highly flexible contract built for ultimate portfolio precision.

ADA

ADA futures

Capitalize on the growth of a leading, sustainable proof-of-stake blockchain.

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Discover a more secure, cleared path to trading one of the market’s most watched digital assets.
MLN

The starter-friendly contract for flexible trading with lower upfront capital.

LNK

Capitalize on the growth of a leading, sustainable proof-of-stake blockchain.

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Access deep liquidity and accurate price discovery to trade a high-speed digital asset on your terms.
MXL

Micro Lumens futures

Enjoy all the features of a larger contract at a fraction of the size.

XLM

Lumens futures

Take a strategic position with around-the-clock trading and transparent pricing.

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Get started with Cryptocurrency futures and options

When you’re ready to start trading, you’ll need a futures account.

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URL https://ninjatrader.com/
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Test-drive Crypto futures

Enhance your crypto trading skills and discover new opportunities with real market data in our risk-free Trading Simulator.

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Learn about trading Cryptocurrency

Savvy traders stay on top of evolving markets. Find the latest analysis on today’s markets or do a deep dive on essential Cryptocurrency fundamentals here.

Crypto Historical Pricing Tool

How are traders with the largest Crypto positions changing their holdings? Chart and track bi-monthly data.

Crypto courses & lessons

If you're new to futures, we offer free courses that can help you quickly understand the cryptocurrency market and start trading with your broker.

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