Today is Thursday, June 18, 2026. The main stories in markets and trading: CME Group is taking the CFTC to court over crypto perpetual futures, the Polish retail trading market is cooling, and Coinbase is doubling down on global asset expansion.
CME Group vs. CFTC Over Crypto Perpetual Futures
CME Group has initiated legal proceedings against the Commodity Futures Trading Commission over the regulation of crypto perpetual futures. The dispute centers on how these instruments should be classified and overseen under existing US derivatives law, as the two sides have been unable to reach agreement through regulatory channels.
Polish Retail Trading Market Shows Signs of Cooling
The Polish retail forex and CFD market is experiencing a slowdown, with recent data pointing to a contraction in activity. The cooling trend reflects broader shifts in European retail trading participation following years of regulatory tightening across the region.
Coinbase Expands Global Asset Offerings
Coinbase is accelerating its push into international markets, broadening the range of assets available to users outside the United States. The exchange’s latest moves signal a strategic commitment to capturing global market share as competition among major crypto platforms intensifies.
