CME Group's XRP futures saw significant activity in Q3 2025, with 476,000 contracts traded, amounting to a notional value of $23.7 billion. The futures reached a peak open interest of $1.4 billion, highlighting strong market engagement. On October 13, 2025, CME launched XRP options, further expanding its crypto derivatives offerings. Looking ahead, CME plans to introduce 24/7 crypto trading in early 2026, enhancing market accessibility. Additionally, the XRPL Lending Protocol and Confidential MPTs are slated for 2026, aiming to broaden institutional DeFi applications.