Category:Infrastructure

Overview

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This category is intended to group articles related to the underlying technical and operational infrastructure supporting cryptocurrency futures markets. This includes exchanges, clearinghouses, data providers, and the technology used for trade execution and settlement.

The purpose of this category is to provide a structured overview of the physical and digital systems that enable crypto derivatives trading.

Scope and Inclusion Criteria

Articles belonging in this category should focus on the infrastructure elements of crypto futures trading, rather than the financial instruments themselves (e.g., specific contract specifications) or trading strategies.

Acceptable topics for inclusion include:

Cryptocurrency exchanges that offer futures products.

Regulatory technology (RegTech) and surveillance systems used in these markets.

Custodial solutions specifically designed for derivatives clearing or collateral management.

Blockchain or distributed ledger technology (DLT) utilized for settlement or record-keeping in futures operations.

Data centers and connectivity providers critical to high-frequency trading in this sector.

Articles focusing solely on spot markets, unless the infrastructure is shared or directly impacts futures operations (e.g., a major exchange's core matching engine), should generally be placed in more specific categories.

Editing Guidelines

To maintain neutrality and encyclopedic quality, editors contributing to articles within this category must adhere to the following guidelines:

Neutrality and Tone

All content must be presented factually and without bias. Avoid language that suggests endorsement, superiority, or guaranteed performance of any specific infrastructure provider or technology. Claims regarding speed, reliability, or security must be attributed to verifiable, independent sources.

Verifiability

Statements regarding the operational capacity, regulatory status, or technical specifications of infrastructure components must be supported by reliable, published sources. Claims made by the infrastructure providers themselves should be clearly identified as such.

Structure and Clarity

Articles should be structured logically, explaining the function of the infrastructure component within the broader futures ecosystem. Technical terminology should be defined or linked to appropriate explanatory articles where necessary for beginner readers.

Avoiding Promotional Content

This category is not a directory for marketing purposes. Articles should describe the infrastructure's role and characteristics, not promote its use over competitors. Pricing models, service tiers, or specific marketing slogans should generally be excluded unless they are essential to understanding a significant operational difference documented in reliable sources.

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