Crypto Exchange MEXC Targets Traders With New USDT-Settled Stock Futures

Cryptocurrency exchange MEXC has added five new pairs to its Stock Futures product, offering more access to tokenized U.S. equity exposure through its crypto-settled derivatives platform.

MEXC on Friday announced the expansion of its Stock Futures offering with five new listings: TRON, BITF, ICG, ETHWSTOCK, and CRCL. The move gives users broader access to U.S. stock-linked futures using digital assets, continuing the exchange’s push to merge traditional finance with the crypto trading environment.

Trading US Stock Trends on MEXC

The exchange allows trading of these contracts without the need for a brokerage account. Each pair supports up to 5x leverage and settles in USDT, enabling users to take both long and short positions on underlying stock prices using crypto.

MEXC said its Stock Futures product is designed to appeal to both retail and institutional traders looking for low-cost exposure to equities. All five new pairs will benefit from a limited-time “Double 0” promotion, offering zero trading fees and zero funding rates.

Trading hours are aligned with official U.S. market sessions, matching NYSE and NASDAQ activity to ensure pricing transparency and minimize off-hours volatility. Real-time price feeds are sourced from official providers, according to the exchange.

Futures Settled in USDT

Unlike contracts for difference or traditional derivatives platforms, MEXC positions its Stock Futures as crypto-native, with a streamlined user interface, one-click leverage tools, and real-time risk alerts. The platform also features a Futures Insurance Fund and a dedicated risk control system to manage market instability and potential user losses.

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The new additions build on MEXC’s wider strategy to attract users seeking tokenized access to financial markets without relying on legacy trading systems. With the inclusion of TRON and blockchain-focused equities like BITF and ICG, the exchange appears to be targeting crypto-savvy traders looking to speculate on stock price movements through familiar digital infrastructure.

In June, two leading cryptocurrency exchanges, Kraken and Bybit, announced the launch of tokenized U.S. stock offerings within hours of one another, underscoring the growing push to merge traditional finance with blockchain infrastructure.

Kraken led the way earlier today in June, debuting 60 tokenized equities under its new xStocks brand. The listings—powered by Swiss provider Backed—include major names like Apple, Tesla, and popular ETFs such as SPY.