Blockchain.com Launches Self-Custody Perpetual Futures Trading

Blockchain.com has expanded its non-custodial DeFi wallet to include perpetual futures trading, enabling users to open leveraged positions without transferring assets to a centralized exchange. By routing trades through the decentralized exchange Hyperliquid, the platform provides access to over 190 crypto markets with leverage options up to 40x. This integration allows users to maintain full control of their private keys while utilizing Bitcoin as collateral. The feature streamlines the funding process, allowing accounts to be funded directly with BTC in a single transaction, thereby eliminating the need for platform conversions or external transfers. The launch aligns with signals from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Chair Michael Selig recently indicated that the regulator intends to permit these derivative contracts in the coming weeks, providing a potential catalyst for industry-wide momentum. This move reflects a broader trend of multi-asset expansion within the digital asset space. Competitors such as Coinbase and Kraken have already introduced tokenized equity and commodity perpetuals for non-US clients, while prediction market Kalshi is reportedly exploring US-based crypto derivatives. Looking ahead, Blockchain.com intends to broaden its offering to include stocks, foreign exchange, and commodities, further blurring the line between traditional finance and decentralized trading infrastructure.