Aug 22, 2025
Addition of Constituent Exchanges for the CME CF Cryptocurrency Pricing Products
The Administrator announces the addition of CME CF Constituent Exchanges for the CME CF Cryptocurrency Pricing Products from August 29th, 2025.
From approximately 20:30 UTC on August 29th, 2025, transaction and orderbook data from CME CF Constituent Exchanges outlined below will be included as input data in the calculation of the CME CF Cryptocurrency Pricing Products.
In accordance with the Administrator's policies, the process for the approval of new CME CF Constituent Exchanges for the CME CF Cryptocurrency Pricing Products was overseen by the CME CF Cryptocurrency Pricing Products Oversight Committee.
Questions or queries regarding this process should be directed to [email protected].
Any complaints regarding this process may be submitted confidentially by writing to [email protected].
The information contained within is for educational and informational purposes ONLY. It is not intended nor should it be considered an invitation or inducement to buy or sell any of the underlying instruments cited including but not limited to cryptoassets, financial instruments or any instruments that reference any index provided by CF Benchmarks Ltd. This communication is not intended to persuade or incite you to buy or sell security or securities noted within. Any commentary provided is the opinion of the author and should not be considered a personalised recommendation. Please contact your financial adviser or professional before making an investment decision.
Note: Some of the underlying instruments cited within this material may be restricted to certain customer categories in certain jurisdictions.
Announcement of Consultation on Changes to the CF ETH Staking Reward Rate Index Methodology
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CF Benchmarks Newsletter Issue 93
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