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Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham has announced the first group of participants for the CEO Innovation Council, which will include representatives from exchanges.

CFTC moves up timeline for releasing delayed Commitments of Traders reports

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced it will speed up the release of its Commitments of Traders (COT) reports, which were delayed due to a lapse in federal funding.

CFTC issues no-action letter to harmonize “U.S. person” definitions in swap regulation

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced that Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham has introduced new regulatory guidance intended to clarify the definition of "U.S. person" within the agency's cross-border swap framework.

CFTC launches pilot program allowing bitcoin, ether & USDC as derivatives market collateral

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has launched a digital assets pilot program that will allow certain digital assets, including bitcoin (BTC), ether (ETH), and USD Coin (USDC), to be used as collateral in derivatives markets.

CFTC secures over $2 million restitution for victims in precious metals fraud case

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced that the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon has issued a consent order against Robert L. Adams and SimTradePro Incorporated, both based in Oregon, following a case of fraud...

Ripple CEO: Institutional support of crypto will create ‘a lot of tailwind’

By Federal Newswire | Dec 11, 2025

Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, addressed Binance Blockchain Week, highlighting the impact of clearer regulations and institutional investor participation through regulated Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) on the growth of cryptocurrency.

Acting Chairman Pham highlights CFTC regulatory relief efforts before oversight council

By Federal Newswire | Dec 11, 2025

Caroline D. Pham, Acting Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), addressed the Financial Stability Oversight Council on December 12, 2025.

MicroStrategy founder Saylor on Bitcoin adoption: ‘We are the first digital treasury company'

By Federal Newswire | Dec 10, 2025

Michael Saylor, Founder and Executive Chairman of MicroStrategy, said that Bitcoin now underpins a new corporate treasury playbook.

Blockchain Association hosts record-setting 2025 Policy Summit focused on crypto regulation

By Federal Newswire | Dec 9, 2025

Blockchain Association has concluded its 2025 Policy Summit, which the organization described as its largest and most comprehensive event to date.

CFTC announces first-ever listed spot crypto trading on regulated U.S. exchanges

By Federal Newswire | Dec 8, 2025

Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham announced that, for the first time, spot cryptocurrency products will be traded on U.S. federally regulated markets through CFTC-registered futures exchanges.

PVARA Chairman on Crypto and Blockchain: 'This technology offers many opportunities, like banking the unbanked'

Bilal Bin Saqib, Chairman of the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA), emphasized the potential of emerging digital economies to unlock new financial pathways through blockchain and inclusive regulatory frameworks.

Binance CEO on US crypto shift: ‘Clear regulation will bring more trust and adoption to the industry’

Richard Teng, Chief Executive Officer of Binance, said that the United States has transitioned from an anti-crypto stance to a position aiming for global leadership in cryptocurrency.

Coin Center launches CC Foundation enabling tax-deductible donations

Coin Center has announced the creation of a new sister organization, CC Foundation, which is registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

CFTC updates investigation rules aiming for greater transparency and due process

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced amendments to its Rules of Practice and Rules Relating to Investigations, according to Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham.

MicroStrategy Chairman Saylor on crypto’s institutional endorsement: ‘Bitcoin is the foundation of economic markets’

By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2025

Michael Saylor, executive chairman of MicroStrategy, said that Bitcoin has transitioned from a fringe asset to a core component of global finance, driven by institutional and government support.

Blockchain Association urges SEC not to treat DeFi developers as financial intermediaries

By Federal Newswire | Dec 3, 2025

The Blockchain Association has responded to a letter from Citadel addressed to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

CFTC clarifies rules on collateral use in foreign markets, unlocking $22 billion

By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2025

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has released a new interpretation aimed at clarifying the conditions under which futures commission merchants (FCMs) can use customer-owned securities and those purchased with customer funds as...

CFTC seeks nominations for CEO Innovation Council with December 8 deadline

By Federal Newswire | Nov 29, 2025

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is seeking nominations for its CEO Innovation Council, according to an announcement from Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham.

CFTC files complaint against two men and company over alleged $1 million futures fraud

By Federal Newswire | Nov 25, 2025

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan against Brian Mitchell of Michigan, Kevin Mack Jr. of Maryland, and their company Young Pros Investment Group LLC...