Crypto derivatives exchange BitMEX has expanded its Equity Perpetuals (Perps) product suite with 10 new contracts linked to major U.S. publicly traded companies.
The new listings allow traders to gain exposure to traditional equities such as Microsoft, Google, and Palantir Technologies while using cryptocurrency as collateral and trading around the clock.
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The expansion reflects growing demand among crypto-native traders seeking access to traditional markets without relying on brokerage accounts or fiat on-ramps.
BitMEX Adds 10 US Equity Perpetual Contracts
BitMEX listed 10 new stock-linked perpetual contracts tied to large-cap US companies.
The lineup includes Broadcom, Google, Intel, JPMorgan, Microsoft, MicroStrategy, Netflix, Oracle, Palantir, and Exxon Mobil.
BitMEX first introduced Equity Perps earlier in 2026 as part of its effort to expand beyond traditional crypto trading pairs.
Crypto Collateral and 24/7 Market Access
Equity Perps allow traders to use cryptocurrencies as collateral when opening positions tied to traditional stocks.
According to the exchange, the contracts support leverage of up to 20x. Markets remain open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including weekends and holidays when U.S. stock markets are closed.
BitMEX CEO Stephan Lutz said the new listings aim to bridge traditional financial markets with crypto-native trading infrastructure.
The model removes the need for brokerage accounts and allows traders to access equity exposure within a derivatives platform designed for digital asset markets.
“These new listings provide traders with more opportunities to access leading global companies while benefiting from the flexibility and efficiency of perpetual derivatives,” Lutz noted.
Launches With 70,000 USDT Prize Pool
To promote the expansion, BitMEX launched a global trading campaign running until April 12, 2026. The campaign features a total reward and is open to verified users worldwide.
Participants can earn rewards through three activities. Traders who deposit at least 100 USDT and generate more than $10,000 in Equity Perps trading volume can receive up to 500 USDT.
Additional incentives include small trading credits for sharing the campaign on X or completing a short educational quiz about the product.
Why This Matters
BitMEX’s move gives crypto traders around-the-clock access to major US stocks, highlighting a growing trend of bringing traditional financial assets onto crypto-native platforms.
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People Also Ask:
An Equity Perpetual, or Perp, is a derivative that tracks the price of a stock without owning the underlying share. It can be traded continuously and usually settles in cryptocurrency.
Traders use cryptocurrency, such as Bitcoin or stablecoins, as margin to open positions instead of cash or fiat. Profits and losses are calculated in crypto.
Leverage allows traders to control a larger position than their deposited collateral. For example, 20× leverage means a $100 deposit controls $2,000 of stock exposure. Higher leverage increases potential gains and risks.
