Derivatives

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The CFTC held a meeting today to discuss bitcoin and its potential effects on US derivatives markets.

By Tanaya MacheelOct 10, 2014, 12:01 a.m. EDT

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First Global Credit aims to let traders invest their bitcoin holdings in derivatives that mimic stock trading.

By Joon Ian WongOct 7, 2014, 6:59 a.m. EDT

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Bitcoin trading platform Coinarch has a 'reverse convertible' investment product, claiming it is the first in the bitcoin world.

By Danny BradburyOct 6, 2014, 5:47 a.m. EDT

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The US Commodities Futures Trading Commission will hold a public hearing on 9th October to address digital currency.

By Pete RizzoSep 25, 2014, 6:00 p.m. EDT

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As the bitcoin economy matures, derivatives exchanges will emerge to satisfy commercial hedgers.

By Jon MatonisMay 27, 2014, 2:02 p.m. EDT

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Mercatus Center scholars recommend that policymakers use a “bottom-up” approach to regulating bitcoin.

By Alyssa HertigMay 18, 2014, 8:05 a.m. EDT

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Startup derivatives exchange Tera claims to have created the first bitcoin swap, allowing financial institutions to hedge bitcoin's volatility.

By Nermin HajdarbegovicMar 25, 2014, 12:41 p.m. EDT

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BTC.sx has paused operations due to issues with its embattled exchange partner Mt. Gox.

By Pete RizzoFeb 25, 2014, 2:44 p.m. EST

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As bitcoin's value continues to fluctuate, how will investors reduce risk exposure to the currency's volatility?

By Daniel CawreyJan 27, 2014, 9:40 a.m. EST

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John Law wades knee-deep into bitcoin's hectic week of cut-price ATMs, risky derivative markets and merchants galore.

By John LawJan 17, 2014, 10:30 a.m. EST