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CFTC Appoints Dr. Patrick J. Schorno as Chief Economist Amid Strategic Shift Toward Digital Asset and Decentralized Protocol Oversight
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has officially appointed Dr. Patrick J. Schorno as its new Chief Economist, marking a significant reinforcement of the agency’s analytical capabilities during a period of rapid technological transformation in the financial sector. Announced by Chairman Michael Selig, the appointment comes at a critical juncture as the commission intensifies its…
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CFTC Streamlines Product Filings for Exchanges Through New Portal Updates and Bundled Self-Certifications
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has implemented a significant update to its electronic filing infrastructure, signaling a shift toward administrative efficiency for the nation’s derivatives exchanges. By updating its primary filing portal at portal.cftc.gov, the agency now permits designated contract markets (DCMs) and swap execution facilities (SEFs) to submit a single certification covering multiple…
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SEC and CFTC Propose Sweeping Overhaul of Private Fund Reporting Thresholds to Streamline Regulatory Oversight
The White House is currently reviewing a joint proposal from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) that aims to fundamentally restructure the reporting framework for private fund advisers. This collaborative initiative focuses on Form PF, the confidential reporting document that has served as a cornerstone of systemic risk…
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CFTC Greenlights Coinbase for Crypto Perpetual Futures, Ushering in New Era of High-Leverage Trading for U.S. Customers
In a landmark decision poised to reshape the landscape of cryptocurrency trading for American investors, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has granted Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the United States, a crucial "no-action" letter. This regulatory clearance effectively permits Coinbase to offer its U.S. customers access to the global market for crypto…
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CFTC Greenlights Kalshi’s Bitcoin Perpetual Futures, Ushering in a New Era for U.S. Regulated Crypto Derivatives
In a monumental development for the cryptocurrency derivatives landscape within the United States, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has formally granted its approval to Kalshi, a federally regulated exchange, to offer Bitcoin-related perpetual futures contracts through its designated contract market (DCM) platform. This landmark decision marks a pivotal moment, introducing one of the…
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CFTC Chair Selig Affirms U.S. Commitment to Private Crypto Property Rights, Outlines Robust Regulatory Framework
Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chair Michael Selig publicly declared on May 13, 2026, that the U.S. government should not seize crypto assets belonging to its citizens, signaling a profound commitment to private property rights within the burgeoning digital asset landscape. Speaking in an interview with Mark Moss, Selig articulated a clear regulatory vision centered…
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CFTC Launches Investigation into 800 Million Dollar Oil Futures Surge Preceding Presidential Social Media Disclosure Regarding Iran
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has initiated a comprehensive investigation into a series of oil futures transactions totaling more than $800 million that were executed just days before a significant policy shift was announced via social media by the Trump administration. The federal regulatory body is currently scrutinizing the timing and concentration of these…
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CFTC Appoints DJ Hennes to Lead Market Participants Division Amid Expanding Oversight of Crypto and Prediction Markets
The United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has officially announced the appointment of DJ Hennes as the new Director of the Market Participants Division (MPD), a pivotal role that serves as the primary regulatory gatekeeper for the intermediaries operating within the nation’s multi-trillion dollar derivatives markets. Appointed by CFTC Chairman Selig, Hennes is scheduled…
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