Bitnomial, a CFTC-regulated Designated Contract Market (DCM), has made history by becoming the first U.S. exchange to self-certify perpetual futures contracts. Starting April 28, 2025, institutional participants will have access to BTC/USD perpetual futures through Bitnomial’s platform. The exchange plans to expand retail access through its new trading platform, Botanical, which offers a range of products including perpetual futures, term futures, and options for both institutional and retail traders. This landmark launch positions the U.S. at the forefront of regulated perpetual futures trading, according to Bitnomial CEO Luke Hoersten who said it “resets the system” and creates a new era for the $1 trillion U.S. futures industry.