CME Group Lists Uniswap Futures as First DeFi Token on Exchange

Key Facts

1Uniswap has become the first DeFi token to have futures contracts listed on the CME Group exchange.

CME Group has listed Uniswap futures, making it the first DeFi-specific token available on the exchange. Crypto Briefing reported that trading went live on October 19, 2026, following regulatory approval, with the launch featuring UNI contracts alongside Bitcoin Cash futures.

The move aims to enhance institutional access to the DeFi ecosystem and provide regulated hedging tools for market participants. The contracts are available in standard sizes of 10,000 UNI and micro sizes of 1,000 UNI, both cash-settled against a dollar reference rate to link futures and spot markets.