Tuesday, 07/04/2026 | 15:34 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
- The firm’s crypto volumes in the first quarter of last year hit $11.3 billion, driven by micro futures demand.
- While maintaining primarily institutional focus, micro contracts let retail traders access regulated crypto derivatives.
CME Group announced plans to launch futures
contracts for Avalanche and Sui next month, pending regulatory approval.
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The contracts will be offered in standard
and micro-sized formats. AVAX futures will trade in sizes of 5,000 AVAX, with
Micro AVAX contracts at 500 AVAX. SUI futures will trade in 50,000 SUI, with
Micro SUI contracts at 5,000 SUI.
The launch includes micro contracts,
providing smaller position sizes for traders with limited capital. While the
main market remains institutional, these micro contracts allow brokers to
provide retail clients access to regulated crypto derivatives. Adoption is
expected to be modest, but it broadens participation beyond professional
traders.
CME Crypto Volumes Surge on Micro
Giovanni Vicioso, CME Group’s Global Head of Cryptocurrency Products, Source: LinkedIn
The
announcement follows strong growth in CME’s
cryptocurrency derivatives market in the first quarter of 2025. The firm
reported a record $11.3 billion in notional value. Micro futures were
particularly popular.
Micro ether futures traded 76,000 contracts
on average daily. Micro bitcoin futures rose 113% year-over-year to 77,000
contracts. Standard bitcoin and ether futures also contributed, trading 18,000
and 13,000 contracts daily, respectively.
Giovanni
Vicioso, CME Group’s Global Head of Cryptocurrency Products, said the new
contracts “will provide clients with greater choice, enhanced flexibility
and more capital efficiencies across our deeply liquid, regulated Crypto
derivatives complex.”
Isaac Cahana, CEO of Plus500US, Source: LinkedIn
He added that March volumes showed growth,
with “average daily volume up 19% year-over-year and nearly $8 billion in
average notional value traded daily.”
New Futures Expand Access for Traders
Avalanche and
Sui futures will join CME Group’s existing cryptocurrency derivatives, which
include Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar contracts. Starting May 29, the company
plans to make its cryptocurrency futures and options available for trading 24
hours a day, seven days a week.
Isaac Cahana,
CEO of Plus500US, commented, “With sustained and increasing interest in
digital assets, we welcome the continued rollout of additional derivatives
tailored to high-growth crypto assets.”
He added that the new contracts
“further broaden access for our global customers, allowing them to
participate in evolving markets with greater flexibility and improved capital
efficiency.”
CME Group announced plans to launch futures
contracts for Avalanche and Sui next month, pending regulatory approval.
Singapore
Summit: Meet the largest APAC brokers you know (and those you still don’t!).
The contracts will be offered in standard
and micro-sized formats. AVAX futures will trade in sizes of 5,000 AVAX, with
Micro AVAX contracts at 500 AVAX. SUI futures will trade in 50,000 SUI, with
Micro SUI contracts at 5,000 SUI.
The launch includes micro contracts,
providing smaller position sizes for traders with limited capital. While the
main market remains institutional, these micro contracts allow brokers to
provide retail clients access to regulated crypto derivatives. Adoption is
expected to be modest, but it broadens participation beyond professional
traders.
CME Crypto Volumes Surge on Micro
Giovanni Vicioso, CME Group’s Global Head of Cryptocurrency Products, Source: LinkedIn
The
announcement follows strong growth in CME’s
cryptocurrency derivatives market in the first quarter of 2025. The firm
reported a record $11.3 billion in notional value. Micro futures were
particularly popular.
Micro ether futures traded 76,000 contracts
on average daily. Micro bitcoin futures rose 113% year-over-year to 77,000
contracts. Standard bitcoin and ether futures also contributed, trading 18,000
and 13,000 contracts daily, respectively.
Giovanni
Vicioso, CME Group’s Global Head of Cryptocurrency Products, said the new
contracts “will provide clients with greater choice, enhanced flexibility
and more capital efficiencies across our deeply liquid, regulated Crypto
derivatives complex.”
Isaac Cahana, CEO of Plus500US, Source: LinkedIn
He added that March volumes showed growth,
with “average daily volume up 19% year-over-year and nearly $8 billion in
average notional value traded daily.”
New Futures Expand Access for Traders
Avalanche and
Sui futures will join CME Group’s existing cryptocurrency derivatives, which
include Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar contracts. Starting May 29, the company
plans to make its cryptocurrency futures and options available for trading 24
hours a day, seven days a week.
Isaac Cahana,
CEO of Plus500US, commented, “With sustained and increasing interest in
digital assets, we welcome the continued rollout of additional derivatives
tailored to high-growth crypto assets.”
He added that the new contracts
“further broaden access for our global customers, allowing them to
participate in evolving markets with greater flexibility and improved capital
efficiency.”
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The discussion then turns to the evolving nature of risk management. Drawing on insights from a private industry roundtable, Philip explains why successful risk functions increasingly require a combination of quantitative expertise, technological understanding, and strong governance. We explore the growing role of AI, automation, and human oversight, and why effective risk management is becoming a multidisciplinary discipline rather than a collection of isolated specializations.
We also examine Singapore’s position in the global liquidity landscape. Philip discusses how the city-state has developed a distinct identity compared to other major financial centers, driven by institutional participation, regulatory stability, and a market structure that continues to attract sophisticated participants from across the region.
Finally, we look ahead to the second half of the year and the challenges risk teams are preparing for. Philip shares how simulation exercises, stress-testing programs, and forward-looking risk indicators are becoming increasingly important as firms adapt to an environment where volatility remains the norm and resilience is a competitive advantage.
Here is our conversation with Philip Huang, Chief Risk Officer at Orient Futures Singapore, on navigating market volatility, modern risk management, and Singapore’s growing role as a global liquidity hub.We begin by reflecting on the heightened volatility seen across commodities and energy markets in recent months. Philip shares how risk frameworks were stress-tested during periods of geopolitical uncertainty, why correlations breaking down is one of the toughest challenges for risk teams, and what stood out most to him was the composure and preparedness displayed by market participants throughout the turbulence.
The discussion then turns to the evolving nature of risk management. Drawing on insights from a private industry roundtable, Philip explains why successful risk functions increasingly require a combination of quantitative expertise, technological understanding, and strong governance. We explore the growing role of AI, automation, and human oversight, and why effective risk management is becoming a multidisciplinary discipline rather than a collection of isolated specializations.
We also examine Singapore’s position in the global liquidity landscape. Philip discusses how the city-state has developed a distinct identity compared to other major financial centers, driven by institutional participation, regulatory stability, and a market structure that continues to attract sophisticated participants from across the region.
Finally, we look ahead to the second half of the year and the challenges risk teams are preparing for. Philip shares how simulation exercises, stress-testing programs, and forward-looking risk indicators are becoming increasingly important as firms adapt to an environment where volatility remains the norm and resilience is a competitive advantage.
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Industry Talks | Vidushan Premathiratne | Founder, 8 Circle & TechLabs | FM Singapore Summit 2026
Industry Talks | Vidushan Premathiratne | Founder, 8 Circle & TechLabs | FM Singapore Summit 2026
Industry Talks | Vidushan Premathiratne | Founder, 8 Circle & TechLabs | FM Singapore Summit 2026
Industry Talks | Vidushan Premathiratne | Founder, 8 Circle & TechLabs | FM Singapore Summit 2026
Industry Talks | Vidushan Premathiratne | Founder, 8 Circle & TechLabs | FM Singapore Summit 2026
Industry Talks | Vidushan Premathiratne | Founder, 8 Circle & TechLabs | FM Singapore Summit 2026
Here is our conversation with Vidushan Premathiratne, Founder of 8 Circle and TechLabs, on startup growth, business development, AI opportunities, and the evolving digital asset ecosystem.
We begin with Vidushan’s work across both ventures, from participating in the Bank of England’s digital securities and digital pound initiatives through TechLabs to helping businesses accelerate growth through curated introductions, investor connections, and strategic networking with Eight Circle.
The discussion then turns to one of the most persistent challenges facing startups: go-to-market execution. Vidushan explains why customer acquisition remains harder than product development in the AI era, how founders can better identify decision-makers within target organizations, and why face-to-face interactions continue to outperform digital channels when it comes to building trust and closing deals.
We also explore the opportunities emerging from AI and agentic workflows. Vidushan shares his perspective on where startups can still create meaningful value, from workflow automation and digital transformation to AI-powered research, customer acquisition, and localized solutions tailored to specific markets across Asia.
Finally, we discuss stablecoins and digital asset adoption in the region. Vidushan outlines why cross-border payments and remittances remain one of the strongest use cases for stablecoin infrastructure, how regulatory and compliance challenges are being addressed, and why Singapore continues to position itself as a leading hub for innovation at the intersection of finance and technology.
Here is our conversation with Vidushan Premathiratne, Founder of 8 Circle and TechLabs, on startup growth, business development, AI opportunities, and the evolving digital asset ecosystem.We begin with Vidushan’s work across both ventures, from participating in the Bank of England’s digital securities and digital pound initiatives through TechLabs to helping businesses accelerate growth through curated introductions, investor connections, and strategic networking with Eight Circle.
The discussion then turns to one of the most persistent challenges facing startups: go-to-market execution. Vidushan explains why customer acquisition remains harder than product development in the AI era, how founders can better identify decision-makers within target organizations, and why face-to-face interactions continue to outperform digital channels when it comes to building trust and closing deals.
We also explore the opportunities emerging from AI and agentic workflows. Vidushan shares his perspective on where startups can still create meaningful value, from workflow automation and digital transformation to AI-powered research, customer acquisition, and localized solutions tailored to specific markets across Asia.
Finally, we discuss stablecoins and digital asset adoption in the region. Vidushan outlines why cross-border payments and remittances remain one of the strongest use cases for stablecoin infrastructure, how regulatory and compliance challenges are being addressed, and why Singapore continues to position itself as a leading hub for innovation at the intersection of finance and technology.
Here is our conversation with Vidushan Premathiratne, Founder of 8 Circle and TechLabs, on startup growth, business development, AI opportunities, and the evolving digital asset ecosystem.
We begin with Vidushan’s work across both ventures, from participating in the Bank of England’s digital securities and digital pound initiatives through TechLabs to helping businesses accelerate growth through curated introductions, investor connections, and strategic networking with Eight Circle.
The discussion then turns to one of the most persistent challenges facing startups: go-to-market execution. Vidushan explains why customer acquisition remains harder than product development in the AI era, how founders can better identify decision-makers within target organizations, and why face-to-face interactions continue to outperform digital channels when it comes to building trust and closing deals.
We also explore the opportunities emerging from AI and agentic workflows. Vidushan shares his perspective on where startups can still create meaningful value, from workflow automation and digital transformation to AI-powered research, customer acquisition, and localized solutions tailored to specific markets across Asia.
Finally, we discuss stablecoins and digital asset adoption in the region. Vidushan outlines why cross-border payments and remittances remain one of the strongest use cases for stablecoin infrastructure, how regulatory and compliance challenges are being addressed, and why Singapore continues to position itself as a leading hub for innovation at the intersection of finance and technology.
Here is our conversation with Vidushan Premathiratne, Founder of 8 Circle and TechLabs, on startup growth, business development, AI opportunities, and the evolving digital asset ecosystem.We begin with Vidushan’s work across both ventures, from participating in the Bank of England’s digital securities and digital pound initiatives through TechLabs to helping businesses accelerate growth through curated introductions, investor connections, and strategic networking with Eight Circle.
The discussion then turns to one of the most persistent challenges facing startups: go-to-market execution. Vidushan explains why customer acquisition remains harder than product development in the AI era, how founders can better identify decision-makers within target organizations, and why face-to-face interactions continue to outperform digital channels when it comes to building trust and closing deals.
We also explore the opportunities emerging from AI and agentic workflows. Vidushan shares his perspective on where startups can still create meaningful value, from workflow automation and digital transformation to AI-powered research, customer acquisition, and localized solutions tailored to specific markets across Asia.
Finally, we discuss stablecoins and digital asset adoption in the region. Vidushan outlines why cross-border payments and remittances remain one of the strongest use cases for stablecoin infrastructure, how regulatory and compliance challenges are being addressed, and why Singapore continues to position itself as a leading hub for innovation at the intersection of finance and technology.
Here is our conversation with Vidushan Premathiratne, Founder of 8 Circle and TechLabs, on startup growth, business development, AI opportunities, and the evolving digital asset ecosystem.
We begin with Vidushan’s work across both ventures, from participating in the Bank of England’s digital securities and digital pound initiatives through TechLabs to helping businesses accelerate growth through curated introductions, investor connections, and strategic networking with Eight Circle.
The discussion then turns to one of the most persistent challenges facing startups: go-to-market execution. Vidushan explains why customer acquisition remains harder than product development in the AI era, how founders can better identify decision-makers within target organizations, and why face-to-face interactions continue to outperform digital channels when it comes to building trust and closing deals.
We also explore the opportunities emerging from AI and agentic workflows. Vidushan shares his perspective on where startups can still create meaningful value, from workflow automation and digital transformation to AI-powered research, customer acquisition, and localized solutions tailored to specific markets across Asia.
Finally, we discuss stablecoins and digital asset adoption in the region. Vidushan outlines why cross-border payments and remittances remain one of the strongest use cases for stablecoin infrastructure, how regulatory and compliance challenges are being addressed, and why Singapore continues to position itself as a leading hub for innovation at the intersection of finance and technology.
Here is our conversation with Vidushan Premathiratne, Founder of 8 Circle and TechLabs, on startup growth, business development, AI opportunities, and the evolving digital asset ecosystem.We begin with Vidushan’s work across both ventures, from participating in the Bank of England’s digital securities and digital pound initiatives through TechLabs to helping businesses accelerate growth through curated introductions, investor connections, and strategic networking with Eight Circle.
The discussion then turns to one of the most persistent challenges facing startups: go-to-market execution. Vidushan explains why customer acquisition remains harder than product development in the AI era, how founders can better identify decision-makers within target organizations, and why face-to-face interactions continue to outperform digital channels when it comes to building trust and closing deals.
We also explore the opportunities emerging from AI and agentic workflows. Vidushan shares his perspective on where startups can still create meaningful value, from workflow automation and digital transformation to AI-powered research, customer acquisition, and localized solutions tailored to specific markets across Asia.
Finally, we discuss stablecoins and digital asset adoption in the region. Vidushan outlines why cross-border payments and remittances remain one of the strongest use cases for stablecoin infrastructure, how regulatory and compliance challenges are being addressed, and why Singapore continues to position itself as a leading hub for innovation at the intersection of finance and technology.
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Industry Talks | Luke Boland | Head of Fintech Coverage, Standard Chartered | FM Singapore Summit 26
Industry Talks | Luke Boland | Head of Fintech Coverage, Standard Chartered | FM Singapore Summit 26
Industry Talks | Luke Boland | Head of Fintech Coverage, Standard Chartered | FM Singapore Summit 26
Industry Talks | Luke Boland | Head of Fintech Coverage, Standard Chartered | FM Singapore Summit 26
Industry Talks | Luke Boland | Head of Fintech Coverage, Standard Chartered | FM Singapore Summit 26
Industry Talks | Luke Boland | Head of Fintech Coverage, Standard Chartered | FM Singapore Summit 26
Here is our conversation with Luke Boland, Global Head of Fintech Coverage at Standard Chartered, on the evolving relationship between traditional banking and digital assets.
We begin by discussing how banks’ attitudes toward crypto and digital assets have changed over the past few years. Luke explains Standard Chartered’s journey from banking the ecosystem to actively building infrastructure across key markets, and how the bank sees itself as a bridge between traditional finance and the crypto-native world.
The conversation then explores the challenges and opportunities facing banks as digital asset adoption accelerates. Luke shares why stablecoins have emerged as one of the most compelling use cases, how client demand continues to shape the bank’s strategy, and what lessons the wider banking sector can learn from the rapid evolution of blockchain-based financial services.
We also dive into real-world applications beyond the hype cycle, including digital asset custody, collateral management, and partnerships between global financial institutions and crypto exchanges. Luke discusses how Standard Chartered is helping institutional clients access digital asset markets while maintaining the security, governance, and trust expected from a global bank.
Finally, we look ahead to the next phase of financial innovation, with a focus on stablecoins, on-chain financial infrastructure, and the future of payments. Luke shares insights into Standard Chartered’s recent Hong Kong stablecoin initiative and explains why the bank believes that a growing share of financial services will ultimately move on-chain.
Here is our conversation with Luke Boland, Global Head of Fintech Coverage at Standard Chartered, on the evolving relationship between traditional banking and digital assets.We begin by discussing how banks’ attitudes toward crypto and digital assets have changed over the past few years. Luke explains Standard Chartered’s journey from banking the ecosystem to actively building infrastructure across key markets, and how the bank sees itself as a bridge between traditional finance and the crypto-native world.
The conversation then explores the challenges and opportunities facing banks as digital asset adoption accelerates. Luke shares why stablecoins have emerged as one of the most compelling use cases, how client demand continues to shape the bank’s strategy, and what lessons the wider banking sector can learn from the rapid evolution of blockchain-based financial services.
We also dive into real-world applications beyond the hype cycle, including digital asset custody, collateral management, and partnerships between global financial institutions and crypto exchanges. Luke discusses how Standard Chartered is helping institutional clients access digital asset markets while maintaining the security, governance, and trust expected from a global bank.
Finally, we look ahead to the next phase of financial innovation, with a focus on stablecoins, on-chain financial infrastructure, and the future of payments. Luke shares insights into Standard Chartered’s recent Hong Kong stablecoin initiative and explains why the bank believes that a growing share of financial services will ultimately move on-chain.
Here is our conversation with Luke Boland, Global Head of Fintech Coverage at Standard Chartered, on the evolving relationship between traditional banking and digital assets.
We begin by discussing how banks’ attitudes toward crypto and digital assets have changed over the past few years. Luke explains Standard Chartered’s journey from banking the ecosystem to actively building infrastructure across key markets, and how the bank sees itself as a bridge between traditional finance and the crypto-native world.
The conversation then explores the challenges and opportunities facing banks as digital asset adoption accelerates. Luke shares why stablecoins have emerged as one of the most compelling use cases, how client demand continues to shape the bank’s strategy, and what lessons the wider banking sector can learn from the rapid evolution of blockchain-based financial services.
We also dive into real-world applications beyond the hype cycle, including digital asset custody, collateral management, and partnerships between global financial institutions and crypto exchanges. Luke discusses how Standard Chartered is helping institutional clients access digital asset markets while maintaining the security, governance, and trust expected from a global bank.
Finally, we look ahead to the next phase of financial innovation, with a focus on stablecoins, on-chain financial infrastructure, and the future of payments. Luke shares insights into Standard Chartered’s recent Hong Kong stablecoin initiative and explains why the bank believes that a growing share of financial services will ultimately move on-chain.
Here is our conversation with Luke Boland, Global Head of Fintech Coverage at Standard Chartered, on the evolving relationship between traditional banking and digital assets.We begin by discussing how banks’ attitudes toward crypto and digital assets have changed over the past few years. Luke explains Standard Chartered’s journey from banking the ecosystem to actively building infrastructure across key markets, and how the bank sees itself as a bridge between traditional finance and the crypto-native world.
The conversation then explores the challenges and opportunities facing banks as digital asset adoption accelerates. Luke shares why stablecoins have emerged as one of the most compelling use cases, how client demand continues to shape the bank’s strategy, and what lessons the wider banking sector can learn from the rapid evolution of blockchain-based financial services.
We also dive into real-world applications beyond the hype cycle, including digital asset custody, collateral management, and partnerships between global financial institutions and crypto exchanges. Luke discusses how Standard Chartered is helping institutional clients access digital asset markets while maintaining the security, governance, and trust expected from a global bank.
Finally, we look ahead to the next phase of financial innovation, with a focus on stablecoins, on-chain financial infrastructure, and the future of payments. Luke shares insights into Standard Chartered’s recent Hong Kong stablecoin initiative and explains why the bank believes that a growing share of financial services will ultimately move on-chain.
Here is our conversation with Luke Boland, Global Head of Fintech Coverage at Standard Chartered, on the evolving relationship between traditional banking and digital assets.
We begin by discussing how banks’ attitudes toward crypto and digital assets have changed over the past few years. Luke explains Standard Chartered’s journey from banking the ecosystem to actively building infrastructure across key markets, and how the bank sees itself as a bridge between traditional finance and the crypto-native world.
The conversation then explores the challenges and opportunities facing banks as digital asset adoption accelerates. Luke shares why stablecoins have emerged as one of the most compelling use cases, how client demand continues to shape the bank’s strategy, and what lessons the wider banking sector can learn from the rapid evolution of blockchain-based financial services.
We also dive into real-world applications beyond the hype cycle, including digital asset custody, collateral management, and partnerships between global financial institutions and crypto exchanges. Luke discusses how Standard Chartered is helping institutional clients access digital asset markets while maintaining the security, governance, and trust expected from a global bank.
Finally, we look ahead to the next phase of financial innovation, with a focus on stablecoins, on-chain financial infrastructure, and the future of payments. Luke shares insights into Standard Chartered’s recent Hong Kong stablecoin initiative and explains why the bank believes that a growing share of financial services will ultimately move on-chain.
Here is our conversation with Luke Boland, Global Head of Fintech Coverage at Standard Chartered, on the evolving relationship between traditional banking and digital assets.We begin by discussing how banks’ attitudes toward crypto and digital assets have changed over the past few years. Luke explains Standard Chartered’s journey from banking the ecosystem to actively building infrastructure across key markets, and how the bank sees itself as a bridge between traditional finance and the crypto-native world.
The conversation then explores the challenges and opportunities facing banks as digital asset adoption accelerates. Luke shares why stablecoins have emerged as one of the most compelling use cases, how client demand continues to shape the bank’s strategy, and what lessons the wider banking sector can learn from the rapid evolution of blockchain-based financial services.
We also dive into real-world applications beyond the hype cycle, including digital asset custody, collateral management, and partnerships between global financial institutions and crypto exchanges. Luke discusses how Standard Chartered is helping institutional clients access digital asset markets while maintaining the security, governance, and trust expected from a global bank.
Finally, we look ahead to the next phase of financial innovation, with a focus on stablecoins, on-chain financial infrastructure, and the future of payments. Luke shares insights into Standard Chartered’s recent Hong Kong stablecoin initiative and explains why the bank believes that a growing share of financial services will ultimately move on-chain.
