CFD broker Axi announced an expansion of its crypto perpetuals offerings. The broker added over 150 contracts covering major and emerging digital assets. This positions Axi among the few multi-asset brokers that integrate crypto derivatives within a single regulated platform.

The move comes as crypto trading is increasingly dominated by perpetual futures contracts. New data shows these contracts now account for nearly 70% of all Bitcoin volume and 76% of all derivatives activity globally.

Market Trends in Perpetuals

Perpetual futures, or “perps,” have overtaken spot and traditional derivatives as the main instruments in crypto markets. Research from Kaiko and other industry trackers shows that 68% of Bitcoin volume is traded via perpetuals and 59% of total crypto activity in Q2 2025 came from perps.

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This represents a notable increase from previous years and highlights the shift toward leveraged, round-the-clock trading instruments that mirror spot market liquidity.

Axi’s expansion includes more than 150 perpetual contracts and a fee structure aimed at undercutting rivals such as Binance and Bybit. The broker presents its platform as a regulated alternative to offshore exchanges, offering institutional-level clarity and support.

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“Our goal is to bring everything into one trusted ecosystem—perps, copy trading, mobile apps, and institutional-grade support,” said Stuart Cooke, Head of New Business at Axi.

Traders’ Demand and Market Outlook

As perpetuals dominate crypto derivatives, traders are increasingly demanding transparency, liquidity , and cost efficiency. Axi says its competitive pricing and cross-product integration make it a contender in a derivatives market expected to grow alongside broader institutional adoption.

Axi Adds MT5 to Funded Program

Meanwhile, Axi added MT5 to its funded trader program, Axi Select, allowing use of MT4 or MT5. The program provides live trading capital from $5,000 to $1 million without evaluation fees or time limits. Traders monitor performance through Edge Score and access coaching, amid regulatory changes affecting prop trading.