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The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) launched its 2025 Leadership Speaker Series with Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham addressing participants in the inaugural session.

Commissioner Mersinger to speak at DC Blockchain Summit panel

Commissioner Summer K. Mersinger is set to participate in a panel discussion at the Digital Chamber’s DC Blockchain Summit.

Acting Chairman Pham to speak at ISDA roundtable in Tokyo

Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham is set to address a gathering at the ISDA Japan Member Luncheon Roundtable.

Commissioner Johnson to speak at Yale's Governing Data Symposium

Commissioner Kristin N. Johnson is set to deliver the keynote address at the Governing Data Symposium.

Caroline D. Pham to address FIA roundtable luncheon

Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham is scheduled to speak at an FIA Roundtable Luncheon.

Commissioner Goldsmith Romero to join ISDA policy roundtable in London

By Federal Newswire | Mar 23, 2025

Commissioner Christy Goldsmith Romero is set to join a policy roundtable organized by the International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA).

CFTC warns of rising fraud using generative AI technology

By Federal Newswire | Mar 23, 2025

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued a new advisory warning of the increasing use of generative artificial intelligence in fraudulent activities.

Commissioner Johnson to speak at SIFMA's annual seminar in Austin

By Federal Newswire | Mar 20, 2025

Commissioner Kristin N. Johnson is set to deliver a keynote address at the SIFMA C&L 2025 Annual Seminar during the Women’s Luncheon.

Crypto advisor: DeFi is exciting 'but it still lacks clear oversight'

By Federal Newswire | Mar 18, 2025

Georg Brameshuber, a crypto advisor, has raised concerns about the lack of clear oversight in decentralized finance (DeFi), despite its status as a significant financial innovation.

Crypto advisor: 'Will 2025 be the year of multi-asset crypto ETFs?'

By Federal Newswire | Mar 18, 2025

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is currently reviewing spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) filings for several cryptocurrencies, including XRP, Dogecoin (DOGE), Solana (SOL), and Cardano (ADA).

Debiex ordered to pay $2.5 million after failing to respond to CFTC lawsuit

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced that Debiex was operating a fraudulent digital asset scheme, misleading customers through fake websites, false trading records, and deceptive tactics.

Rep. Steil on digital assets: 'I’m working to write clear rules for innovators in the US'

Rep. Bryan Steil announced his participation in the White House Digital Asset Roundtable, where he is working on developing "clear rules" for innovators in the United States to support competition and protect investors.

Rep. Emmer: The President is ensuring the 'U.S. remains 'at the forefront of innovation'

Rep. Tom Emmer expressed his appreciation for participating in the White House Crypto Summit, stating that the president is taking a leadership role by convening top experts and taking steps to maintain the United States' position at the forefront...

Rep. Emmer: The President is 'positioning America to be the crypto capital of the world'

Rep. Tom Emmer announced that a "Crypto Summit" at the White House, once considered unlikely, is now underway as the president takes steps to establish the United States as a central hub for cryptocurrency.

Sen. Lummis on digital assets: We need 'a transparent regulatory framework that fosters innovation'

Senator Cynthia Lummis emphasized the need for a clear regulatory framework that promotes innovation in digital assets while limiting excessive government control.

Sen. Lummis to Trump: 'We hope to get bitcoin and digital asset legislation to your desk soon'

By Federal Newswire | Mar 16, 2025

Senator Cynthia Lummis expressed her anticipation for advancing "bitcoin and digital asset" legislation, stating her support for President Trump's crypto summit.

Sen. Lummis: 'This is the most pro-bitcoin and digital asset administration in history'

By Federal Newswire | Mar 16, 2025

Senator Cynthia Lummis said that the current administration is the "most" historically supportive of "Bitcoin" and digital assets.

SEC and Binance request pause in lawsuit amid new crypto task force

By Federal Newswire | Mar 16, 2025

On February 11, the SEC and Binance jointly requested a 60-day pause in the SEC's lawsuit against Binance and its co-founder and former CEO, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), as reported by DL News.

CFTC withdraws advisory on swap execution facility registration requirement

By Federal Newswire | Mar 15, 2025

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced the withdrawal of CFTC Letter No. 21-19, which is related to the Swap Execution Facility (SEF) registration requirement.