$XRP Today, Monday, May 19, 2025, the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) Group is set to launch XRP futures contracts, marking a significant milestone for Ripple’s native token. 

📌 Key Details of the CME XRP Futures Launch

• Launch Date: May 19, 2025

• Contract Types:

• Standard XRP Futures: Each contract represents 50,000 XRP

• Micro XRP Futures: Each contract represents 2,500 XRP

• Settlement: Both contracts are cash-settled based on the CME CF XRP-Dollar Reference Rate

• Trading Platforms: Available on CME Globex with clearing through CME ClearPort

This launch expands CME’s suite of regulated crypto derivatives, which already includes Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana futures. The introduction of XRP futures provides institutional investors with a regulated avenue to gain exposure to XRP’s price movements, enhancing market liquidity and offering new tools for risk management.