Coinbase Officially Launches Leveraged Crypto Futures Trading Across 26 European Countries

Key Facts

1Coinbase launched crypto and equity index futures trading across 26 European countries, including Germany, France, and the Netherlands.

2The service operates through a MiFID-regulated entity licensed by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC).

3The launch comes as the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) sharpens scrutiny of perpetual-style products.

Coinbase officially launched its regulated crypto and equity index futures trading service on March 9, expanding the "Coinbase Advanced" platform to 26 European countries. This rollout provides traders with access to leveraged cryptocurrency contracts for the first time through a fully licensed and regulated platform. The service covers major markets including Germany, France, and the Netherlands, operating under the MiFID framework and licensed by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC). The launch coincides with increased oversight from the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) regarding perpetual-style crypto products. By offering a compliant alternative to offshore exchanges, Coinbase aims to capture a significant share of the European derivatives market. This strategic move is expected to drive higher trading volumes for assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum while diversifying the company's revenue streams.

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What changed: The story was updated to include the official launch date of March 9 and to clarify that the platform now offers leveraged cryptocurrency contracts through a licensed entity.