Crypto Brief
CME Group Launches Spot-Quoted XRP and SOL Futures
CME Group has introduced spot-quoted XRP and SOL futures, expanding its regulated crypto derivatives lineup aimed at precision trading and longer-dated exposure.
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CME Group has introduced spot-quoted XRP and SOL futures, expanding its regulated crypto derivatives lineup aimed at precision trading and longer-dated exposure.
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