SGX to Introduce Bitcoin Perpetual Futures for Institutional Investors in 2025
Singapore Exchange Ltd. (SGX) is preparing to launch Bitcoin (BTC) perpetual futures in the latter half of 2025, marking a significant expansion into the crypto derivatives space, the exchange announced.
These contracts are specifically tailored for institutional and professional investors, excluding retail traders. Bloomberg was the first to report SGX’s plans for Bitcoin perpetual futures.
“SGX Group is at the forefront of the evolving institutional crypto market with our perpetual futures offering. In an industry where trust and regulatory oversight are crucial, our solution provides a secure gateway for institutional investors. While pending regulatory approval, initial responses from both DeFi and TradFi players have been encouraging,” the company stated.
This move aligns with a broader trend of traditional financial institutions embracing crypto derivatives. In Japan, the Osaka Dojima Exchange Inc. is also seeking regulatory clearance to introduce Bitcoin futures, reflecting the increasing institutional demand for digital asset investment, particularly amid favorable U.S. crypto policies.
SGX’s Bitcoin perpetual futures will undergo regulatory review by the Monetary Authority of Singapore before launch. Unlike standard futures contracts, perpetual futures do not have an expiration date, enabling continuous trading. SGX aims to offer a highly secure and regulated alternative to existing crypto derivatives markets, supported by its Moody’s Aa2 credit rating.
By providing a regulated trading environment, SGX seeks to attract institutional investors while addressing counterparty risks often associated with unregulated platforms like Binance and OKX.
