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How Does a Crypto Forward Contract Differ from a Crypto Future?

Forwards are private and customizable; futures are standardized and cleared.
Greeks.Live23.11.25

How Does a Crypto Forward Contract Differ from a Crypto Future?

A crypto forward is a private, customizable agreement settled between two parties on the expiration date. A crypto future is a standardized contract traded on an exchange, settled daily through a clearing house (marking-to-market).

Futures are highly liquid and have lower counterparty risk; forwards offer tailored terms but higher risk.

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