XRP News Today: Robinhood Adds Micro Futures for XRP, Solana, Bitcoin to Expand Crypto Offerings

Robinhood has expanded its futures trading suite by introducing micro futures contracts for XRP, Solana (SOL), and Bitcoin (BTC). This move, announced on June 27, aims to provide retail investors with lower margin requirements and seamless execution through the platform's trading ladder interface. Each micro XRP futures contract represents 2,500 XRP, valued at approximately $5,200 at current market prices. Similar specifications apply to the Solana and Bitcoin micro futures.

This launch follows Robinhood’s January partnership with CME Group to integrate widely traded futures into its mobile app, with the goal of simplifying access for retail investors. The addition of these micro futures contracts reflects Robinhood’s broader ambition to become a comprehensive trading and financial services platform. Since adding crypto trading in 2018, Robinhood has accelerated its digital asset strategy, now listing over 26 tokens in the U.S. and nearly 50 in Europe. The firm’s first-quarter earnings showed crypto revenues contributing more than 43% of total transaction-based income, reinforcing the asset class as a core growth driver.

Earlier this month, Robinhood completed its $200 million acquisition of Bitstamp, gaining institutional infrastructure and expanding global reach to support its crypto offerings. CEO Vlad Tenev has framed these moves as central to building a “financial super app” that integrates investing, banking, and AI-powered personal finance tools for Gen Z and millennial users. The addition of micro XRP, Solana, and Bitcoin futures aims to cater to retail traders seeking leveraged crypto exposure with smaller capital commitments, underscoring Robinhood’s push to capture market share in digital asset derivatives.