CFTC

Highlights: Coinbase Derivatives wants to list Solana and Hedera futures to expand its crypto offering range. Solana futures contract size set at 100 SOL, Hedera at 5,000 HBAR. Coinbase introduces a system to ensure fair settlement and avoid market manipulation. […]

Highlights: The United States President has appointed Mark Uyeda to replace the outgoing SEC Chairman, Gary Gensler. Market participants have placed huge crypto regulatory regulations reform on Uyeda. The new SEC chair will function as an acting leader pending the […]

Highlights: CFTC increases enforcement to tackle fraud and ensure transparency in the crypto industry. Mosaic Exchange misled investors and misused funds, resulting in penalties of over $1.1 million. CFTC reviews Crypto.com football contracts over potential gaming law violations. The Commodity […]

Highlights: The CFTC has subpoenaed Coinbase for customer data linked to the Polymarket investigation.  Coinbase may share user data with CFTC unless legal action blocks it. The Trump team is planning a crypto-friendly CFTC leadership amid ongoing scrutiny. Coinbase has […]

Highlights: Gemini and CFTC have reached a $5 million agreement to put an end to a protracted court battle. The agreement details will refrain Gemini from providing false information to the CFTC. Gemini did not admit or deny the allegations […]

Highlights: Crypto.com now offers stock and ETF trading in select U.S. states. Sports event trading lets users predict NFL outcomes with contracts regulated by the CFTC. Crypto.com launched custody services for institutions in the U.S. and Canada.  Crypto.com has launched […]

Highlights: A New York Judge has announced the postponement of the legal dispute involving the CFTC and Gemini Trust. The Judge shifted the court hearing from January 13, 2025, to January 21, 2025. The new court appearance date spurred widespread […]

Highlights: CFTC’s record $17.1B recovery in 2024 came mainly from cryptocurrency enforcement actions. The FTX case alone accounted for $12.7B in penalties and restitution for harmed customers. The whistleblower program rewarded $60M for tips leading to market fraud discoveries. The […]

Highlights: The Trump administration plans to expand the CFTC’s role in regulating digital assets. CFTC would gain authority over crypto spot markets, reducing the SEC’s control over the sector. Former CFTC Chair Giancarlo is a top contender for the White […]

Highlights: CFTC clears the way for Bitcoin ETF options, marking the second major hurdle cleared. The next step is awaiting the OCC to list Bitcoin ETF options.  Jeff Park expects quick action from OCC, but Bitcoin ETF approval by year-end […]

Highlights: Bitnomial sues US SEC over XRP futures classification as security futures. SEC requires Bitnomial to register as a national securities exchange for futures contracts. Ripple challenges sEC Appeal following mixed court rulings on XRP’s status. On Oct. 10, crypto […]

Highlights: Crypto.com sues the US SEC, alleging the agency overstepped its authority in regulating cryptocurrencies. The lawsuit contends the SEC unlawfully classifies most crypto assets as securities, except Bitcoin and Ether. Crypto.com seeks to halt the SEC’s actions and filed […]