What happens when crypto traders can bet on CPI, Fed cuts, and oil 24/7?

Crypto exchanges are increasingly integrating traditional financial assets into their ecosystems, offering 24/7 trading on macro indicators like CPI, oil benchmarks, and valuations of private tech giants like OpenAI and SpaceX. By utilizing perpetual futures and prediction market structures, these platforms enable retail investors to bet on real-world outcomes using stablecoins. This shift presents significant regulatory challenges, as jurisdictions struggle to categorize these products—whether as financial derivatives or gambling services—leading to legal conflicts in the US and bans in Europe. Furthermore, the ability to trade these assets around the clock raises concerns regarding market integrity and the potential for insider trading on sensitive information before it reaches public news cycles.

(Source：CryptoSlate)