LMAX Group Enhances Institutional Access to Perpetual Futures Through Partnership with Gold-i

​LMAX Group has expanded its institutional offering of perpetual futures through a new integration with Gold-is technology network. The move allows Gold-is clients to connect directly to LMAX's regulated platforms for trading digital asset derivatives.

This integration is part of LMAX's effort to address the growing demand for sophisticated, transparent derivative products in the cryptocurrency market. Perpetual futures, which have gained popularity due to their flexibility and leverage, are increasingly being traded on regulated platforms as the regulatory environment surrounding crypto assets improves.

The launch of perpetual futures by LMAX Group in September marked the beginning of its expanded offering. Initially, the exchange offered BTC/USD and ETH/USD pairs, both settled in U.S. dollars. The company plans to introduce additional contracts as institutional interest in these products continues to grow.

David Mercer, CEO of LMAX Group, emphasized the importance of regulated infrastructure in enabling institutional participants to trade with confidence. "This launch enables our clients to confidently participate in digital asset derivatives and capitalize on crypto market momentum through the same trusted, regulated institutional trading infrastructure that handles over $40 billion average daily spot FX and digital assets flow," Mercer stated.

The partnership with Gold-i underscores LMAX's ongoing commitment to providing institutional-grade solutions in the digital asset space, with Jenna Wright, Managing Director for Digital Assets at LMAX, noting that the introduction of perpetual futures is a "natural extension" of the company's broader strategy to offer a comprehensive suite of digital asset trading solutions.

As the demand for regulated, secure access to advanced derivative products increases, LMAX's perpetual futures offering is becoming an attractive option for institutions seeking direct exposure to crypto markets. Data from Kaiko reveals that by mid-June, perpetual futures represented 68% of Bitcoin's trading volume, a shift away from offshore platforms to regulated venues.

The integration with Gold-i highlights the growing institutional interest in crypto derivatives, as more market participants seek regulated platforms for trading high-leverage products like perpetual futures.