U.S. prediction market platform Kalshi has launched an offensive targeting the virtual asset derivatives market by introducing a new XRP (Ripple) perpetual futures contract product.

According to industry sources on the 10th, Kalshi recently announced that it officially supports trading for perpetual futures contracts with XRP as the underlying asset. Perpetual futures, which allow investment in price volatility without an expiration date, are considered a representative derivative product.

Kalshi has been continuously expanding its virtual asset-related product offerings under the approval framework of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Following the launch of a Bitcoin perpetual futures contract on the 3rd of this month, the company has now added an XRP product to broaden investors' trading options.

The market is paying close attention to the fact that XRP-based derivatives are expanding within the U.S. regulatory environment. In particular, assessments suggest that if the market accessibility for institutional and professional investors improves, positive ripple effects are expected, such as increased trading volume and improved liquidity.

However, some point out that because perpetual futures allow for high-leverage trading, investment risks could also increase if price volatility expands.

[This article was partially assisted by AI. This article is not intended to solicit investment. Virtual assets are subject to high volatility, and any losses resulting from investments belong to the investor. Investment decisions and responsibilities lie with the individual, and this publication does not bear legal liability for them.]