Coinbase Expands 24/7 Altcoin Futures Trading Ahead of New U.S. Perpetual Contracts

The exchange prepares round-the-clock derivatives trading for DOGE, SHIB, BCH, ADA and more as it targets institutional demand for regulated crypto markets

Coinbase Markets is set to expand its regulated derivatives suite by launching 24/7 futures trading for major altcoins beginning December 5. The move strengthens the exchange’s presence in U.S.-regulated crypto derivatives at a time when institutional investors are seeking compliant alternatives to offshore venues.

Coinbase Adds Around-the-Clock Futures Access

The expanded schedule will apply to a range of widely traded assets including Avalanche (AVAX), Bitcoin Cash (BCH), Cardano (ADA), Chainlink (LINK), Dogecoin (DOGE), Hedera (HBAR), Litecoin (LTC), Polkadot (DOT), Shiba Inu (SHIB), Stellar (XLM) and SUI. These products will trade continuously, mirroring the 24/7 nature of spot crypto markets.

A Coinbase spokesperson described the shift as part of the firm’s broader push to support global trading behavior.

December just got major for altcoin traders.

December 5: 24/7 trading goes live for all altcoin monthly futures from Coinbase Derivatives

December 12: New US perpetual-style futures launch for all altcoins

Assets launching:
→ Shiba Inu $SHIB
→ Avalanche $AVA
→ Bitcoin Cash… pic.twitter.com/NjVXZxsSrT

— Coinbase Markets 🛡️ (@CoinbaseMarkets) November 21, 2025

This update builds on the company’s existing always-on futures markets for Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana and XRP, which include both standard and smaller “nano” contracts.

U.S. Perpetual-Style Futures Coming Next

In addition to extended trading hours, Coinbase is preparing to introduce the U.S. equivalent of perpetual-style futures for the same group of altcoins. Unlike offshore perpetual swaps — which have no expiry — these contracts will use funding-rate mechanisms but settle on a five-year maturity to align with U.S. regulatory guidelines.

Industry analysts say the product could help shift liquidity back onto domestic venues.

“There is strong appetite for compliant perpetual exposure,” one derivatives strategist noted. “A long-dated structure gives traders familiar mechanics while satisfying U.S. regulatory requirements.”

Coinbase previously launched 24/7 BTC and ETH futures in May and debuted long-dated futures over the summer, marking the first time such instruments were made available on a major U.S. exchange.

Regulated Alternative to Offshore Dominance

Despite recent expansions, most liquidity for non-BTC/ETH futures remains concentrated on offshore platforms such as Binance and Bybit. Persistent volatility in funding rates and increasing regulatory pressure overseas may push institutions to consider U.S.-regulated markets.

The exchange believes that offering clearer rules, deeper protection standards and constant availability can help attract that order flow.

“Reliable access and transparent oversight are becoming competitive advantages,” an institutional trading advisor said.

With 24/7 altcoin futures trading and U.S.-compliant perpetual-style contracts on the horizon, Coinbase is positioning itself as a key domestic hub for regulated crypto derivatives. The expansion signals rising demand for secure, always-open markets as institutions deepen their exposure to digital assets.

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