Major news for the crypto ecosystem: the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE)—owner of the New York Stock Exchange—has officially launched a suite of regulated cryptocurrency futures, including the highly anticipated CoinDesk BNB Futures contract.
This move marks a significant milestone for BNB, further bridging the gap between native exchange tokens and institutional-grade financial markets.
📈 Key Contract Details: CoinDesk BNB Futures
As of the launch on February 9, 2026, here is what you need to know about the new contract:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Contract Symbol | BNB |
| Contract Size | 50 times the CoinDesk BNB Price Index |
| Settlement | Cash Settled (USD) |
| Trading Hours | 8:00 PM to 6:00 PM ET (Sunday – Friday) |
| Tick Size | $0.50 per BNB ($25.00 per contract) |
| Listing Exchange | ICE Futures U.S. (IFUS) |
Why This Matters
* Institutional Validation: By listing BNB alongside Bitcoin and Ether on a major U.S. exchange, ICE is recognizing BNB's position as a top-tier digital asset with significant liquidity and utility.
* Hedging for Large Holders: Large-scale investors and projects within the BNB Chain ecosystem now have a regulated, U.S.-based instrument to hedge their price risk.
* Wider Exposure: These contracts are part of a broader launch that includes the CoinDesk 20 Index, Solana (CDS), and XRP (CDX) futures, providing professional traders with a one-stop-shop for crypto exposure.
How to Stay Ahead
The first listed contract month is March 2026. If you are a trader on Binance, keep an eye on how this institutional volume impacts the spot price of BNB, as regulated futures often lead to increased price discovery and lower volatility over time.
> Note: These contracts are traded on ICE Futures U.S. and are regulated by the CFTC, differing from the perpetual futures found directly on the Binance exchange.
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