Interactive Brokers has expanded its cryptocurrency lineup by adding nano-sized Bitcoin and Ether futures from Coinbase Derivatives, giving traders broader access to regulated crypto derivatives with round-the-clock availability.
The new contracts are designed to make crypto futures trading more accessible and flexible. They include both monthly-expiring futures and perpetual-style contracts that closely track spot prices. Nano Bitcoin futures represent just 0.01 BTC, while nano Ether futures cover 0.10 ETH. These smaller contract sizes lower the capital required to trade and allow investors to fine-tune position sizes more precisely.
Interactive Brokers CEO Milan Galik said the addition reflects growing demand for long-dated crypto exposure within a regulated environment. Perpetual-style futures, he noted, have become especially popular because they allow traders to maintain positions without worrying about frequent contract rollovers. The reduced contract size also means lower margin requirements for eligible clients, making the products accessible to a wider range of market participants.
From Coinbase’s perspective, the launch is about expanding participation in crypto derivatives while maintaining regulatory oversight. Greg Tusar, co-head of Coinbase Institutional, said the nano contracts are intended to bring more traders into the market through a familiar and compliant structure. Coinbase Derivatives operates as a U.S.-regulated futures exchange, following Coinbase’s earlier entry into the derivatives space through its acquisition and rebranding of FairX.
Coinbase has continued to build out its derivatives capabilities. Its $2.9 billion acquisition of Deribit in August 2025 significantly expanded its reach into options, futures, and perpetual contracts, reinforcing its role as a major player in crypto market infrastructure.
For Interactive Brokers, the move fits into a broader strategy of integrating digital assets alongside traditional investments. The firm already offers access to more than 170 markets worldwide through a single platform. Earlier this year, it introduced 24/7 funding using USDC and indicated plans to support additional stablecoins from PayPal and Ripple. The company has also acknowledged it is exploring the possibility of launching its own stablecoin.
