Wall Street Just Defended Crypto Perps — Is the U.S. About to Change Its Mind?
Crypto perpetuals dominate leveraged crypto trading outside the U.S., but that may be about to change. DRW CEO Don Wilson is advocating for perpetuals to be classified as futures.
Besides, regulators are already developing clearer paths for both perpetual-style and genuine perpetuals. The debate now focuses on the regulation of crypto perpetual contracts. What Are Crypto Perpetual Futures and Why Do They Matter?
Crypto perpetual futures are derivatives that allow traders to gain exposure to long or short positions in crypto assets. Unlike standard crypto futures, true perpetual contracts do not have an expiration date. This feature is particularly beneficial for the crypto market.
Here, asset values can fluctuate significantly over time, and traders want to maintain exposure beyond weekends. Related: U.S. Crypto Market Structure Reform: Is This the Bill That Will Redefine Bitcoin, ETFs, and Crypto Exchanges in 2026?
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