Crypto Long & Short: The measure of a maturing market

In this week's Crypto Long & Short, trusted indexes turn fragmented digital assets into a mature market that big institutions can confidently invest in, writes Kirsten Wegner. Then, the division between traditional finance (TradFi) and crypto is disappearing, says Dave LaValle, President of CoinDesk Data & Indices.

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Crypto Long & Short: The measure of a maturing market

In this week’s Crypto Long & Short, trusted indexes turn fragmented digital assets into a mature market that big institutions can confidently invest in, writes Kirsten Wegner. Then, the division between traditional finance (TradFi) and crypto is disappearing, says Dave LaValle, President of CoinDesk Data & Indices.

By Kirsten Wegner|Edited by Alexandra Levis

Jun 17, 2026, 4:48 p.m.

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In May, combined exchange volumes fell 3.45% to $4.41T; the lowest since September 2024. RWA perpetual futures volumes rose 10.4% against the trend, hitting a new all-time high.

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In May, combined exchange volumes fell 3.45% to $4.41T; the lowest since September 2024. RWA perpetual futures volumes rose 10.4% against the trend, hitting a new all-time high.

Why it matters:

In May, combined exchange volumes fell 3.45% to $4.41T; the lowest since September 2024. RWA perpetual futures volumes rose 10.4% against the trend, hitting a new all-time high.

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