Webull to launch Bitcoin perpetual futures trad...

Webull is preparing to launch Bitcoin perpetual futures trading, according to a report originally published by Pluang. The development would expand the platform’s crypto-related trading offerings into derivatives tied to Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency by market value.

Perpetual futures are derivative contracts that allow traders to take positions on an asset’s price without a fixed expiration date. Unlike spot trading, where investors buy or sell the underlying asset directly, perpetual futures can involve leverage and may expose participants to greater risk from price swings and liquidation mechanisms.

The reported launch highlights continued interest among trading platforms in offering products linked to digital assets beyond direct cryptocurrency purchases. Bitcoin derivatives are widely used across crypto markets for hedging and speculation, although their availability and design can vary by platform and jurisdiction.

Webull’s planned move comes as retail-focused brokerages and trading apps continue to explore ways to provide access to crypto markets. The report did not provide further details on the timing, market availability, contract specifications, or regulatory arrangements for the planned Bitcoin perpetual futures service.