Ether Futures Volume Surpasses Bitcoin on CME: A Sign of Institutional Shift?

A significant milestone has been reached in the derivatives market: for the first time, Ether (ETH) futures contracts have exceeded Bitcoin (BTC) volume on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. This shift coincides with high volatility, attracting professional traders and potentially signaling a broader rebalancing of institutional strategies in the crypto world. While Bitcoin remains dominant by nominal value, Ethereum’s growing momentum is attracting attention from investors seeking hedging or speculative opportunities.