Derivatives & Futures

Derivatives & Futures explains how crypto futures, perpetual swaps, and other leveraged products actually work -- funding rates, liquidation mechanics, margin requirements, and the difference between a regulated futures product and an offshore perpetual contract that US users cannot legally access.

These are the highest-risk instruments in crypto trading, and we treat them that way: our coverage is explanatory, aimed at helping readers understand what they'd actually be exposed to before they trade, not a pitch to trade them. We do not publish leverage recommendations, entry points, or position calls of any kind, and we flag when a product is not available to US retail users under current rules.

Not financial advice. Cryptocurrency is volatile and high-risk; nothing here is a recommendation to buy or sell any asset. Consult a licensed professional before making financial decisions.