We are excited to announce the release of our latest report, "Furthering Digital Assets: Pioneering Institutional Adoption in Derivatives Markets." This report explores how institutional demand is shaping the future of crypto derivatives, the role of regulatory clarity, and the infrastructure required to support the next trillion-dollar opportunity.

The past year has been a turning point for digital asset derivatives, with volumes surging to $79.7 trillion in 2024—more than doubling from the previous year. This explosive growth has been fueled by key catalysts such as the introduction of the Spot BTC ETF, increasing institutional participation, and a maturing regulatory landscape. Despite these advancements, challenges remain, from liquidity constraints and counterparty risk to the need for better risk management frameworks.

Our report delves into the UAE’s emergence as a strategic hub for institutional derivatives, highlighting the role of ADGM, VARA, and DIFC in providing regulatory certainty. With a well-established framework, the region has already attracted major global exchanges, market makers, and financial institutions, positioning itself as a leader in bridging traditional finance and digital assets.

At Further Ventures, we have been actively investing in and developing the core building blocks of this evolving landscape. Our portfolio companies, including GRVT, Kemet Trading, and Libre Capital, are pioneering new solutions in institutional-grade derivatives trading, structured products, and tokenized assets, further reinforcing the market’s maturation.

The report also examines the role of DeFi technologies such as AMMs and auto-liquidations, exploring how these innovations can be integrated into traditional financial markets. Additionally, we analyze how the competitive dynamics between centralized and decentralized exchanges are shifting, with regulated venues gaining ground due to enhanced security, compliance, and institutional-grade liquidity.

This publication is a must-read for investors, market participants, and regulators looking to understand the institutional transformation of digital asset derivatives. 

"Furthering Digital Assets: Pioneering Institutional Adoption in Derivatives Markets" report is available at this link.