Coinbase to Halt Trading for 25 Perpetual Contracts on March 16

The suspension will occur around 13:00 UTC on Coinbase Advanced and Coinbase International Exchange, affecting key contracts such as MET-PERP and SUSHI-PERP.

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Summary

Coinbase stated it will suspend trading for 25 perpetual contracts, including MET-PERP, SUSHI-PERP, GMX-PERP, and GRT-PERP, around 13:00 UTC on March 16. The measure applies to both Coinbase Advanced and Coinbase International Exchange platforms, which cater to professional traders. Perpetual contracts (derivative instruments allowing continuous positions without expiry) are popular among crypto traders. Such suspensions typically aim to ensure orderly market operations during technical or operational adjustments.

Terms & Concepts
  • Perpetual contract: A crypto derivative that allows traders to hold leveraged positions indefinitely without an expiration date.
  • Coinbase Advanced: A trading platform by Coinbase designed for experienced users with advanced market tools.
  • Coinbase International Exchange: Coinbase’s offshore derivatives trading venue serving institutional and global users.