The Administrator announces the addition of Bullish Exchange as a CME CF Constituent Exchange for CME CF Bitcoin-Dollar Indices from December 30th, 2024.
From approximately 06:00 London Time, on December 30th, 2024, Bullish Exchange input data will be included in the calculation of the CME CF Bitcoin Real Time Index (BRTI).
From December 30, 2024, the calculation of the CME CF Bitcoin Reference Rates below will include transactions from Bullish Exchange as input data.
In accordance with the Administrator's policies, the process for the approval of new CME CF Constituent Exchanges 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.
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