Coinbase Derivatives Trading
Trade Coinbase Crypto Futures with Interactive Brokers
Access Regulated Crypto Futures with Smaller Capital Requirements
Interactive Brokers offers US clients access to nano Bitcoin and nano Ethereum futures from Coinbase Derivatives. These CFTC-regulated contracts offer a secure way of gaining cryptocurrency exposure with significantly lower capital and margin requirements.
What Are Coinbase Derivatives Nano Contracts?
Coinbase Derivatives nano contracts are smaller-sized futures designed for greater accessibility:
- nano Bitcoin: 1/100 of a Bitcoin per contract
- nano Ethereum: 1/10 of an Ethereum per contract
These new products are available with monthly expirations or as perpetual-style contracts.
Smaller contract sizes reduce upfront capital and margin requirements compared with standard crypto futures.
Benefits for Individual Investors
Nano contracts lower barriers to crypto futures trading while enabling more precise risk management.
Lower Barrier to Entry
- Trade crypto futures without committing to the full value of 1 BTC or 1 ETH
- Use less capital per position through reduced margin requirements
Precision Portfolio Management
- Hedge existing crypto holdings without selling spot positions
- Adjust exposure in smaller increments
- Build more sophisticated strategies with controlled risk
Regulated Market Access
- Trade on a CFTC-registered US designated contract market
- Benefit from regulatory oversight, transparency, and client protections
- Avoid the risks of unregulated offshore exchanges
Flexible Trading Strategies
- Test futures strategies with smaller risk exposure
- Speculate on price movements with controlled capital commitment
- Learn futures mechanics without taking oversized positions
Additional Benefits for Registered Investment Advisors
- Offer clients regulated crypto exposure without the complexities of direct ownership
- Create more precise hedging strategies for clients with existing crypto holdings
- Manage portfolio allocations with greater flexibility and smaller position sizes
- Provide crypto exposure through a familiar, regulated brokerage platform
Important Considerations
- Leverage amplifies both gains and potential losses
- Futures contracts have expiration dates and settlement procedures
- Understanding contract specifications is essential before trading
Interested in Trading Coinbase Crypto Futures at Interactive Brokers?
Trade nano Bitcoin and nano Ethereum futures from Coinbase Derivatives with an Interactive Brokers account. Access regulated crypto futures with more manageable position sizes.
Get StartedAlready an Interactive Brokers Client?
If you have Futures trading permission, you can begin trading nano Bitcoin and nano Ethereum futures from Coinbase Derivatives.
If you do not have Futures trading permission, log in to Client Portal and request it under Settings > Account Settings > Trading Experience & Permissions menu item.
Trading permission requests are typically approved within 24 hours.
Trading in cryptocurrency futures (also known as crypto derivatives or perpetual contracts) involves a high degree of risk and is not suitable for all investors. You may lose all or more than the amount you invest, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Before engaging in crypto futures trading, you should carefully consider your financial situation, investment objectives, risk tolerance, and experience. Seek independent professional advice if necessary. This is not financial, investment, or legal advice.
