CME Group is set to introduce CFTC-regulated futures options for XRP and Solana on October 13, 2025. These new contracts will be available in both full-size and micro-size formats, offering daily, monthly, and quarterly settlement terms. The launch comes in response to over $59 billion in combined trading volume for XRP and Solana futures, highlighting the growing demand for sophisticated crypto trading instruments. Giovanni Vicioso, CME Group’s Global Head of Cryptocurrency Products, emphasized that this initiative aims to meet increasing market demand and provide enhanced accessibility and strategic flexibility for traders.