Coinbase to launch traditional equities futures with first Mag7 and crypto equities index

Coinbase is expanding its derivatives lineup with the launch of Mag7 + Crypto Equity Index Futures, marking its first entry into traditional equity derivatives. The contracts will debut on September 22 and provide combined exposure to both US tech giants and crypto-related equities.

The index will track the Magnificent Seven stocks, Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, Nvidia, Meta, and Tesla, alongside Coinbase’s own stock (COIN). It will also include two crypto ETFs: the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) and the iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA).

This launch represents Coinbase’s first step into equity-linked derivatives as it diversifies its products beyond spot trading and crypto futures. The contracts are designed for institutions initially, with plans to expand access to retail investors through partner platforms.

The move comes amid a broader convergence of digital assets and traditional finance. Platforms like Robinhood and Kraken have already rolled out tokenized stock trading and hybrid products as demand grows for seamless access to both equities and blockchain-based assets.