Nov 20, 2025
CME CF Bitcoin Volatility Indices
The CME CF Volatility Series serves as a transparent, representative and replicable indicator of the implied volatility embedded in digital asset options markets traded on the CME. The resulting indices represent forward looking, market based measures of how dispersed returns of the underlying digital assets are expected to be over a given time horizon.
Watch our short video here!
For more information on our volatility indices, please visit:
https://www.cfbenchmarks.com/documentation/products/volatility-series
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.
Weekly Index Highlights, December 15, 2025
Large- and mega-cap digital assets surrendered part of their prior-week bounce in the most recent week, with Culture and high-beta themes leading the latest drawdown. Realized volatility held above implied, while factors and funding pointed to measured de-risking into larger, higher-quality names.
CF Benchmarks
CF Benchmarks Newsletter Issue 97
Crypto prices might be locking into a nervous range, but a new arena of speculation - prediction markets - led by Kalshi, looks unstoppable. Meanwhile, digital asset ETF launches are accelerating.
Ken Odeluga
Kalshi Leads Surging Crypto Event Contract Market, Powered by CF Benchmarks
An exploration of the nature and scope of the crypto prediction market opportunity within the domain of U.S. regulations - where Kalshi is the dominant player.
Ken Odeluga