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Chicago Takes the Reins of Bitcoin Futures Trading

Bitcoin – the most prominent cryptocurrency – is going mainstream in Chicago.

Aired 12/14/2017 | Rating NR

Chicago Tonight

Chicago Takes the Reins of Bitcoin Futures Trading

Clip: 12/14/2017 | 10m 41sVideo has Closed Captions

Bitcoin – the most prominent cryptocurrency – is going mainstream in Chicago.

On Sunday, the Chicago Board Options Exchange became the first major U.S. exchange to start trading bitcoin futures, allowing traders to place bet on the commodity’s future value.

Aired 12/14/2017 | Rating NR

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