Pro-crypto Brian Quintenz returns to CFTC as Trump’s chairman pick
Former CFTC Commissioner Brian Quintenz is set to lead the agency again, signaling a shift in crypto regulation under the Trump administration. Brian Quintenz, a former commissioner at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, is expected to return as chairman following his selection by U.S. President Donald Trump, according to Bloomberg. If confirmed, he would serve […]
CFTC plans crypto CEO forum focused on digital assets pilot
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has announced plans for a crypto CEO Forum aimed at bringing industry leaders together to discuss a pilot program for digital asset markets. Specifically, the CFTC is seeking input from leading crypto companies on the agency’s regulatory sandbox for tokenized non-cash collateral. The pilot program will focus on assets such […]
The CFTC just pulled the plug on Robinhood’s Super Bowl bets—Here’s why
Less than a day after launching Super Bowl betting contracts, Robinhood shut them down at the CFTC’s request. On Feb. 4, Robinhood pulled the plug on its Super Bowl betting contracts just a day after launch, following a request from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has formally requested […]
Crypto.com and Kalshi face CFTC scrutiny over Super Bowl event contracts
Prediction markets are booming, but the CFTC is paying attention. With Crypto.com and Kalshi under review, could stricter oversight be coming for event-based trading? The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is closely scrutinizing Crypto.com and Kalshi Inc., seeking clarity on how their newly launched Super Bowl event contracts align with U.S. derivatives regulations, according to Bloomberg. […]
CFTC acting chair Phams calls roundtable to tackle crypto issues
Caroline Pham said the CFTC would “get back to basics” by hosting a series of roundtable talks with crypto industry leaders to address regulatory pain points. On Jan. 27, Caroline Pham, acting chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, said that the regulator plans to engage with digital asset stakeholders to discuss market structure and […]
Trump backs Caroline Pham as acting CFTC chair
President Donald Trump has tapped CFTC Commissioner Caroline Pham as the regulator’s acting chair. Caroline Pham, a junior Republican commissioner at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, was voted by a five-member leadership panel to lead the agency in the early days of President Trump’s administration. Pham replaces outgoing CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam, who resigned on […]
Singapore and CFTC zero in on Polymarket as wildfire bets fuel public outcry
How did a crypto betting platform become a global controversy, drawing fire from Singapore and the FBI and outraged users? Polymarket’s mounting troubles Singapore shines as a leading hub for technology and innovation. Yet, when it comes to gambling, the city-state adopts a notably conservative approach. This dichotomy recently came to light on Jan. 12, […]
CFTC mulling review of Crypto.com futures contracts linked to Super Bowl bets: report
The CFTC are voting on whether Crypto.com futures contracts, that let investors bet on who will win major football games including the Super Bowl, should be subject to a 90-day review. According to a Bloomberg report published on Jan. 14, the five-member federal commission are considering whether to probe Crypto.com over future contracts trading that […]
CFTC chair’s exit, Russia’s Bitcoin seizure, Kenya’s IMF warning: Law Decoded
Rostin Behnam exits the US CFTC and calls for stronger regulation, Russia confiscates $10 million in Bitcoin and the IMF advises Kenya on crypto regulations. Source link
Coinbase informs users of CFTC subpoena involving Polymarket
Coinbase may be required to send certain information related to user accounts to the CFTC in response to a subpoena related to Polymarket. Source link
