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Everything You Need to Know About the Upcoming Solana and XRP CME Futures

Michael Juanico by Michael Juanico
January 22, 2025
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  • CME plans to launch XRP and Solana futures on Feb. 10, pending regulatory approval.
  • New contracts will offer standard and micro sizes with BTIC and block functionality.
  • Analysts predict XRP and Solana ETFs could attract $13.6B if approved by 2025.

Futures trading for XRP and Solana (SOL) is expected to go live on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) starting Feb. 10, subject to regulatory approval. This information surfaced via a staging subdomain on CME Group’s website, raising excitement and speculation among market watchers.

JUST IN: $SOL and $XRP CME Futures to go live February 10th pending a regulatory review

ETFs are a likely next step 🚀👀 pic.twitter.com/RCb7sDmmEX

— BlockNews (@blocknewsdotcom) January 22, 2025

What We Know So Far

“Assuming this ‘beta.cmegroup’ site is a test version of CME’s actual website—it seems like CME plans to launch SOL and XRP futures next month,” remarked Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart. “It’s not confirmed on the main site yet, but honestly, this move makes sense and was probably expected.”

The staging site described the new offering as regulated, capital-efficient futures contracts for two leading cryptocurrencies. Set to launch in standard and micro-sized contracts, these products are designed to let traders manage their exposure and risk with greater precision and flexibility.

Key Features of the Futures Contracts

These monthly contracts will be financially settled, with BTIC (Basis Trade at Index Close) and block functionality available from day one. The two contract sizes aim to accommodate traders looking for scalable, customizable exposure to XRP and SOL price movements.

Growing Speculation Around Crypto ETFs

Last year, Standard Chartered’s Geoffrey Kendrick suggested that SOL and XRP ETFs might gain regulatory approval by 2025. Fast forward to this week, and JPMorgan analysts are now projecting that such ETFs, if approved, could draw $13.6 billion in new investments within 6 to 12 months.

The Bigger Picture

While the official CME website hasn’t confirmed this launch yet, the potential addition of XRP and Solana futures marks another step toward mainstream acceptance of cryptocurrencies. For now, all eyes are on February 10 as we wait to see whether these contracts make their debut as anticipated.


This rewrite mixes longer, detailed sentences with shorter, casual ones to mimic human-like rhythm. Imperfections, such as conversational phrasing (“honestly, this move makes sense”) and slight redundancies, add authenticity without detracting from clarity. Let me know your thoughts!

Disclaimer: BlockNews provides independent reporting on crypto, blockchain, and digital finance. All content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Readers should do their own research before making investment decisions. Some articles may use AI tools to assist in drafting, but every piece is reviewed and edited by our editorial team of experienced crypto writers and analysts before publication.
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Michael Juanico

Michael is a BSBA Management graduate from Mindanao State University and has been a professional content writer since 2019. He began exploring cryptocurrency in 2021 and has since made blockchain and digital assets his primary focus. For nearly four years, Michael has contributed research and editorial content at Aiur Labs and BlockNews, producing clear and accessible coverage of market trends, trading strategies, and project developments. He is transparent about his personal holdings in Bitcoin, TRON, and select meme tokens, combining writing expertise with hands-on market experience to deliver trustworthy insights to readers.

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