We’re excited to announce that OKX will launch USDC-margined futures for BTC and ETH starting at 7:00 am UTC on February 21. This update will be available across our web platform, mobile app, and API.
BTCUSDC Futures Details
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Underlying | BTC/USD Index |
| Settlement Coin | USDC |
| Face Value | 0.0001 BTC |
| Price Quotation | USD value per 1 BTC |
| Tick Size | 0.1 |
| Leverage | 0.01–50x |
| Contract Expirations | Weekly, Bi-weekly, Quarterly, Bi-quarterly |
| Trading Hours | 24/7 |
| Delivery Time | 08:00 (UTC) on Friday of expiration week |
ETHUSDC Futures Details
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Underlying | ETH/USD Index |
| Settlement Coin | USDC |
| Face Value | 0.001 ETH |
| Price Quotation | USD value per 1 ETH |
| Tick Size | 0.01 |
| Leverage | 0.01–50x |
| Contract Expirations | Weekly, Bi-weekly, Quarterly, Bi-quarterly |
| Trading Hours | 24/7 |
| Delivery Time | 08:00 (UTC) on Friday of expiration week |
Profit & Loss Calculation
All margins, profits, and losses are settled in USDC.
Example:
If you hold a long position of 1 BTC (10,000 contracts at 0.0001 BTC face value) and BTC’s price rises by $100, your profit is 100 USDC.
Formulas:
- Long Position PnL =
Face Value × Contract Count × (Avg. Close Price – Avg. Open Price) - Short Position PnL =
Face Value × Contract Count × (Avg. Open Price – Avg. Close Price)
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Trading Fees for USDC-Margined Futures
| Tier | OKB Holding | 30-Day Volume/Assets (USD) | Maker Fee | Taker Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lv 1 | < 500 | < 100K / < 50M | 0.020% | 0.050% |
| Lv 2 | ≥ 500 | < 100K / < 50M | 0.018% | 0.045% |
| VIP 1 | – | ≥ 100K / ≥ 50M | 0.010% | 0.030% |
| VIP 4 | – | ≥ 5M / ≥ 600M | 0.002% | 0.025% |
| VIP 8 | – | ≥ 20B | -0.015% | 0.020% |
Note: Users qualify for the highest applicable tier based on combined metrics (spot, futures, options volume, and total assets).
FAQ Section
1. When do USDC-margined futures go live?
February 21, 2025, at 7:00 am UTC.
2. What’s the minimum face value for BTCUSDC?
0.0001 BTC per contract.
3. Can I trade ETHUSDC futures 24/7?
Yes, trading is available round-the-clock.
4. How are fees calculated for high-volume traders?
Fees reduce progressively based on 30-day volume and assets.
Key Takeaways:
- USDC-settled BTC/ETH futures launch February 21.
- Flexible leverage (0.01–50x).
- Competitive fees for high-volume traders.
For API documentation, visit OKX’s official API page.
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