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In this episode, Anthony sits down with Giovanni Vicioso, the head of Cryptocurrency Products at CME Group. They discuss the CME's new Bitcoin Friday Futures (BFF) contract, designed for easier access with a smaller size and weekly expirations. They cover how BFF trades closer to Bitcoin's spot price, the impact of rising Bitcoin ETF volumes, and the increasing liquidity during U.S. hours. Gio also introduces new reference rates for XRP and Internet Computer and explains how these innovations enhance capital efficiency and market accessibility for both retail and institutional traders. Tune in for insights into the evolving crypto futures landscape!