The exchange’s market data will power institutional-grade indices, strengthening pricing accuracy for Bitcoin and Ethereum markets.
Crypto.com Becomes a CF Benchmarks Constituent Exchange
Crypto exchange Crypto.com has been added as a constituent exchange by CF Benchmarks, a crypto index provider regulated by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). This move will integrate Crypto.com’s market data into CF Benchmarks’ real-time indices and reference rates for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), effective March 31, 2025.
Strengthening Institutional-Grade Crypto Indices
Crypto.com’s data will contribute to three key CME CF indices: the CME CF Bitcoin-Dollar Indices, the CME CF Ether-Dollar Indices, and the CME CF Ether-Bitcoin Ratio Benchmark. With this addition, CF Benchmarks now has eight constituent exchanges, including Coinbase, Kraken, and Gemini.
CME Group Backs Crypto.com’s Integration
CME Group’s global head of cryptocurrency products, Giovanni Vicioso, welcomed the addition, highlighting its impact on pricing accuracy. “The addition of Crypto.com will add more depth and pricing accuracy to our trusted real-time indices and reference rates which serve as benchmarks for market-leading Bitcoin and Ether futures,” he stated.
Impact on Crypto ETFs and Derivatives
Crypto.com’s market data will support pricing accuracy for major financial products, including spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and crypto derivatives offered by CME Group. ETFs from firms like BlackRock, Ark Invest, and Bitwise will benefit from the expanded pricing framework.
Expanding Global Compliance and Market Reach
Since launching its exchange in 2019, Crypto.com has grown into a major global crypto trading platform. The company has secured regulatory licenses in multiple jurisdictions, including the UAE and the European Union, further strengthening its position as a compliant, institutional-friendly exchange.
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