Kalshi launches ‘perps’ for gold and silver following CFTC approval, expanding futures offerings

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1. 2h ago

   Kalshi launches CFTC-approved gold and silver perpetual futures

   Kalshi now offers perpetual futures contracts for gold and silver in the United States following approval from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. These 24/7 trading instruments represent the fastest-growing product category for the prediction market platform. This expansion follows Kalshi's strategy to introduce high-risk trading tools and move into traditional exchange territory. The platform is also pursuing the ability to trade individual stocks and equity-index perpetuals.

   Why it matters

   Perpetual futures differ from traditional futures because they lack an expiration date. This move signals a shift for prediction markets toward commodity derivatives. Kalshi is attempting to compete directly with established financial exchanges.

   What is confirmed

   • Kalshi began offering perpetual futures tied to gold and silver after the Commodity Futures Trading Commission cleared the listings.

   What to watch next

   • CFTC decision on Kalshi's filing for equity-index perpetuals
   • Approval for the addition of individual stocks to the 24/7 trading roster
   Sources used for this update (3)

   1. www.crowdfundinsider.com — Kalshi Opens CFTC-Approved Gold and Silver Perpetual Futures
   2. www.marketsmedia.com — Kalshi Launches Gold and Silver Perpetuals in U.S.
   3. www.cbssports.com — Florida Prediction Markets: Our picks for the best prediction market apps in Florida
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2. 4d ago

   Kalshi Launches Gold and Silver Perpetuals Following CFTC Approval

   Kalshi has introduced 24/7 perpetual futures contracts for gold and silver in the United States after receiving approval from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. The platform is expanding its futures offerings to include these precious metals as part of a broader push into high-risk trading instruments. Kalshi is also seeking to move into traditional exchange territory by filing for equity-index perpetuals and requesting the addition of individual stocks to its 24/7 trading roster.

   Why it matters

   Perpetual futures differ from traditional futures because they lack an expiration date. By launching these products, Kalshi competes directly with established financial exchanges. This expansion occurs amid ongoing debates regarding the regulatory oversight of such instruments.

   What is confirmed

   • Kalshi launched perpetual futures for gold and silver following approval from the CFTC.
   • The gold and silver perpetuals are available for trading 24/7 in the US.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Kalshi is seeking to offer 24/7 perpetuals for Tesla and Nvidia stocks.

   What to watch next

   • CFTC decision on the US500 equity-index perpetual filing
   • Regulatory rulings on the inclusion of individual stocks like Tesla and Nvidia
   Sources used for this update (6)

   1. CNBC — Kalshi launches ‘perps’ for gold and silver following CFTC approval, expanding futures offerings
   2. WSJ — Exclusive | Kalshi Looks to Expand a Rapidly Growing Universe of Risky Trading
   3. dars.gov.et — Kalshi Files to Launch 'US500' Equity-Index Perpetuals, Stepping Into Traditional Exchange Turf - Earnings Call Highlights
   4. CoinMarketCap — PYTH Volatility: Kalshi Filing and Routine Swings Explained
   5. leaprate.com — Kalshi Launches 24/7 Gold and Silver Perpetuals in the US
   6. CoinDesk — Kalshi wants 24/7 Tesla and Nvidia perps as Wall Street fights over who regulates them
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