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Apr 24, 2023

CFB Talks Digital Assets - Episode 10

Despite the EU's landmark MiCA legislation, it's still a headache for European institutions to offer listed crypto exposure - and U.S. regs are even more painfully a work in progress

In the latest episode of CFB Talks Digital Assets, we discuss how CF Benchmarks’ CF Rolling CME Futures Index Series offers a solution.

Join CFB's Senior Product Manager, Thomas Erdösi, Head of Content Ken Odeluga and Research Lead Gabe Selby, CFA as they talk through how and why these indices work.

Highlights

  • How a CF Rolling CME Futures Index gives 100% exposure to a cryptoasset with no need to touch crypto
  • How our unique methodology achieves the best possible tracking
  • How we’ve all but eliminated the risk of front running
  • What other measures have we taken to prevent manipulation?
  • Why CF Rolling CME Futures indices are the ideal solution for regulated institutions looking to list crypto ETFs in the U.S.

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.


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