Derivatives
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.
How Regulators Should Approach The Bitcoin Derivatives Market
Mercatus Center scholars recommend that policymakers use a “bottom-up” approach to regulating bitcoin.
Tera Group Hopes to Offer First Bitcoin Swap
Startup derivatives exchange Tera claims to have created the first bitcoin swap, allowing financial institutions to hedge bitcoin's volatility.
Bitcoin Derivatives Market BTC.sx Suspends Trading Amid Turmoil at Partner Mt. Gox
BTC.sx has paused operations due to issues with its embattled exchange partner Mt. Gox.
Derivatives, Futures and Protecting Against Bitcoin's Risks
As bitcoin's value continues to fluctuate, how will investors reduce risk exposure to the currency's volatility?
