Solana News Today: Coinbase Launches Nano XRP and Nano SOL Futures for U.S. Traders on August 18

Coinbase Derivatives will launch nano XRP and nano SOL perpetual futures for U.S. traders on August 18, 2025, marking a significant step in expanding regulated crypto derivatives access for American investors. These contracts are designed to offer a more scalable and accessible approach to trading exposure in two of the most closely watched cryptocurrencies—Ripple’s XRP and Solana’s SOL. Each nano XRP futures contract represents 500 XRP tokens, while each nano SOL contract covers five SOL tokens, with settlement conducted in U.S. dollars [1][2].

The contracts incorporate a funding rate mechanism to align perpetual futures prices with the spot market, ensuring greater price efficiency for traders. Monthly listings will be issued, with all contracts set to expire in December 2030, providing extended trading flexibility [4]. Position limits have also been set to manage risk exposure—700,000 nano XRP contracts and 340,000 nano SOL contracts will be available for trading [4]. The minimum price tick for nano XRP is $0.0001, while nano SOL’s tick size is $0.01, allowing for precise price adjustments [4].

This expansion is in line with Coinbase’s ongoing strategy to introduce regulated and accessible crypto derivatives for U.S. markets. The company previously launched nano Bitcoin and nano Ether futures, which have gained traction among retail and institutional traders [4]. The addition of nano XRP and nano SOL futures underscores the increasing demand for tailored, low-barrier-to-entry products, particularly in a market where regulatory clarity is still evolving.

The launch of these contracts follows regulatory approvals and highlights the growing sophistication of the crypto derivatives ecosystem. The products are expected to attract a broader investor base, including smaller traders who may not have the capital to engage in larger futures contracts. By offering nano-sized exposure, Coinbase is enabling participants to hedge or speculate on price movements in XRP and SOL without requiring full ownership of the underlying assets [1][2].

The move also reflects a broader trend of institutional-grade trading tools becoming available to U.S. investors, albeit under a regulatory framework that has historically lagged behind global markets. With the launch of nano XRP and nano SOL futures, Coinbase is reinforcing its role as a key infrastructure provider for the U.S. crypto market, offering products that align with investor needs and regulatory expectations [1][2][3].

Source:

[1] https://mlq.ai/news/coinbase-to-launch-regulated-nano-xrp-and-sol-perpetual-futures-for-us-traders/

[2] https://coinpedia.org/news/coinbase-launches-nano-xrp-and-sol-futures-for-u-s-traders/

[3] https://cryptopotato.com/whats-new-for-ripple-xrp-and-solana-sol-on-coinbase-heres-the-latest/

[4] https://www.fxleaders.com/news/2025/07/30/xrp-and-sol-nano-futures-hit-coinbase-on-august-18/