CME Sets New Record for Crypto Futures Trading Volume

CME Group has set an all-time high for crypto futures contracts traded, clocking in at 794,903 on November 21, 2025. This surge coincides with increased demand from both institutional and retail traders due to market volatility driven by Bitcoin and Ethereum’s price fluctuations. The record volume suggests growing interest in regulated cryptocurrency risk management tools, which are fueling liquidity and volatility in the crypto market.