Bitcoin futures trading saw heightened volatility today

Bitcoin futures trading saw heightened volatility today, with intraday spreads widening due to macroeconomic uncertainty ahead of the Fed’s minutes release. Traders are positioning with tighter stop-loss strategies to manage risk. Figures from Michael Saylor to early Bitcoin maximalists have also risked fortunes on the thesis that Bitcoin represents a once-in-a-civilization monetary breakthrough. The move, announced Thursday in a statement , addresses growing client demand for continuous risk management capabilities in a market that never sleeps. Tim McCourt, Global Head of Equities, FX and Alternative Products at CME Group, said the shift reflects recognition that cryptocurrency markets require different operational models than traditional assets. Bitcoin futures trading was buoyed by growing retail participation after trending social media mentions hit monthly highs, often a precursor to speculative bursts.