Coinbase Nodal Clear Partner to Integrate USDC as Futures Collateral

Coinbase Derivatives and Nodal Clear have announced a significant partnership aimed at integrating Circle’s USDC stablecoin as eligible collateral for US futures trading. This collaboration is designed to work with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to facilitate the integration, marking a notable step in the adoption of stablecoins within regulated derivatives markets.
USDC, a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar and issued by Circle, is set to become a collateral option for US futures trading. This move is expected to enhance liquidity and capital efficiency in the financial markets, providing traders with a more stable and reliable option. The integration is subject to approval by the CFTC, with both Coinbase Derivatives and Nodal Clear working closely with the regulatory authority to bring USDC to the US futures market.
This development underscores Circle's compliance advantages, as the core provisions of relevant legislation require all USD stablecoins to be 100% backed by USD or equivalent liquid assets. Circle generates revenue by investing the reserves backing USDC in short-term US Treasury bills, ensuring full collateralization while collecting yields. This approach not only ensures the stability of USDC but also aligns with the broader trend of cryptocurrency-focused companies expanding into traditional financial services.
Coinbase Derivatives and Nodal Clear have a history of collaboration, with Nodal Clear previously offering support for trading select cryptocurrency futures contracts on Coinbase Derivatives Exchange (CDE). This includes Bitcoin Futures (BTI), Ether Futures (ETI), nano Bitcoin Futures (BIT), and nano Ether Futures (ET). The newly announced USDC collateral plan builds on this existing partnership, further solidifying their commitment to innovation in the derivatives market.
Paul Cusenza, chairman and CEO of Nodal Clear, expressed excitement about the continued relationship with Coinbase Derivatives, highlighting their shared goal of innovation and responsiveness to market needs. The integration of USDC as collateral represents a significant step in their commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions in the derivatives market. The companies are looking forward to engaging with their clearing members and the CFTC to make this integration a reality.
This news comes at a time when Circle, the issuer of USDC, went public on the New York Stock Exchange. Coinbase, a partner of Circle, has been publicly trading for over four years, further emphasizing the growing acceptance and integration of cryptocurrencies into traditional financial markets. The move to integrate USDC as collateral for US futures trading is expected to be a meaningful milestone in establishing USDC as a true cash equivalent, offering increased efficiency through near-instant money movement and secure custody.

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