Derivatives
CFTC Chairman: We Have Oversight of Bitcoin Derivatives
Bitcoin derivatives fall under the remit of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the body's chairman has claimed.
Derivatives Exchange Nadex Seeks CFTC Approval for Bitcoin Binary Options
Derivatives broker Nadex plans to launch bitcoin binary options next month, pending approval from the CFTC.
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.
CFTC Commissioner Calls For Flexible Regulation of Digital Currencies
CFTC commissioner Mark Wetjen has spoken out in favour of flexible bitcoin regulation in the derivatives space and beyond.
Bitcoin Derivatives Platform BTC.sx Partners With Asian Exchange itBit
Derivatives platform BTC.sx is now offering its BTC/USD currency pair to users on itBit's bitcoin exchange platform.
CFTC Acknowledges Bitcoin's Long-Term Promise at DC Hearing
The CFTC held a meeting today to discuss bitcoin and its potential effects on US derivatives markets.
New Fund Gives Traders Blue-Chip Stock Exposure for Bitcoin
First Global Credit aims to let traders invest their bitcoin holdings in derivatives that mimic stock trading.
Coinarch Brings Investment Banking Products to Bitcoin
Bitcoin trading platform Coinarch has a 'reverse convertible' investment product, claiming it is the first in the bitcoin world.
US Commodities Regulator to Hold Public Bitcoin Hearing
The US Commodities Futures Trading Commission will hold a public hearing on 9th October to address digital currency.
Inching Towards Bitcoin Derivatives
As the bitcoin economy matures, derivatives exchanges will emerge to satisfy commercial hedgers.
