Understanding Derivatives: A Beginner's Guide to Hedging, Leverage, and Speculation

Discover the basics of derivatives for hedging, speculation, and leverage in investing. Learn how options, swaps, and futures work to manage risk and maximize returns.
CoinDesk

Kraken Acquires U.S.-Licensed Derivatives Platform From IG for $100M

Kraken bought CFTC-licensed Small Exchange for $32.5 million in cash and $67.5 million in stock, IG announced on Thursday.

Kraken doubles down on US futures with $100M ‘Small’ acquisition

Kraken has acquired Small Exchange, a CFTC-licensed DCM from IG Group, for $100 million to continue expanding its derivatives ...
The Currency Analytics

Deribit Rolls Out VIP Fee System as XRP and Solana Options Hit CME

Solana options CME start drives higher trading volumes as Deribit rolls out VIP fee system, attracting institutional and ...
Banking Dive

Kraken buys derivatives platform for $100M

CFTC-regulated Small Exchange is Kraken’s fourth acquisition this year, as a “clear and positive regulatory environment in ...
Blockonomi

Kraken Acquires Small Exchange for $100 Million to Expand US Derivatives Trading

Kraken bought Small Exchange for $100 million to launch a CFTC-regulated US derivatives platform for futures and options ...
Crypto Briefing

Kraken acquires Small Exchange in $100M deal to build onshore crypto derivatives market

Kraken has completed the $100 million acquisition of Small Exchange, a derivatives trading platform under IG Group.

Crypto derivatives funding rates drop to 3-year lows: A bullish sign?

Crypto funding rates plummeted to 2022 lows following a record leverage flush event, as short sellers dominated.