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Ripple CLO Stuart Alderoty says September 15 will be a "bellwether" for the "Clarity Act" to advance in Congress.
Alderoty pointed out that on September 15, the Senate will hold its first procedural motion on the bill, the "motion to proceed," which requires 60 votes to pass. He warned that if the legislation fai
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CFTC seeks public input on AI compute futures contracts; CME eyes October launch
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission's regulatory review could shape an emerging market that allows companies and investors to trade and hedge the cost of increasingly scarce AI computing pow
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Prediction market Novig sues Wisconsin Attorney General in anticipation of state lawsuit over sports contracts
Prediction market platform Novig has filed a lawsuit against Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul and state gaming administrator John Dillett. The move is preemptive, as Novig anticipates Wisconsin wi
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US DOJ and CFTC are investigating iron ore trader Radiant World's deals over allegations of falsified documents
US DOJ and CFTC are investigating iron ore trader Radiant World's deals over allegations of falsified documents
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US CFTC to hold meeting on Aug. 20 to explore crypto, AI, and prediction market regulations with SEC, without waiting for CLARITY bill
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) will hold a meeting for its Innovation Advisory Committee on Aug. 20 to address regulation related to crypto assets, artificial intelligence and pred
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US CFTC cautions prediction market platforms over "deficient" incentive program filings, citing manipulation risks
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued guidance, expressing concern over an increase in "procedurally or substantively deficient" filings from prediction market firms for ince
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Decentralized exchange Hyperliquid is seeking to enter the U.S. perpetual futures market by working with the U U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
Hyperliquid's policy team is pushing for regulatory rules to bring on-chain derivatives into a regulated domestic framework. The company currently does not offer its trading platform to U.S. users. Ja
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CFTC orders prediction market operator Kalshi to continue operating in New York State after the state filed a lawsuit seeking to block its services
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced that it has used its "emergency powers" to order prediction market operator Kalshi to continue operating in New York State. This follows
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Florida man charged by CFTC over $397 million crypto Ponzi scheme
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has filed new charges against a Florida man, alleging he misappropriated $48 million of customers' money within the scheme.
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New York Judge Stays CFTC’s Civil Case Against US Soldier Gannon Ken Van Dyke Over $400,000 Prediction Market Bets
A New York judge granted a motion filed by US prosecutors in July to stay the CFTC’s civil case against Gannon Ken Van Dyke, who made more than $400,000 on prediction markets.
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Prediction markets platform Kalshi partners with Nasdaq to enhance trade surveillance, adopting Nasdaq's market surveillance tool amid regulatory scrutiny over alleged insider trading
The multi-year partnership aims to bolster monitoring and oversight of trading activity on Kalshi's platform. This move comes as prediction markets face increasing pressure from lawmakers following hi
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Kalshi prediction market valuation soars to $22 billion, institutional demand drives strong growth
Prediction market platform Kalshi has reached a valuation of $22 billion after completing a $1 billion Series F funding round in May 2026, doubling its valuation in just five months. This significant growth is primarily attributed to accelerating institutional demand, with institutional trading volume surging by 800% over the past six months. As a platform federally regulated by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Kalshi has captured over 90% of the U.S. prediction market share and plans to utilize the new capital to expand its product suite, including block trading and risk products, to meet growing market demand. Despite a brief slowdown in overall industry growth, Kalshi itself has demonstrated strong growth momentum.
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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said that the US Senate crypto legislation has garnered broad bipartisan support, with compromises made by all parties, and it is now time for a vote rather than obstruction.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong posted on X, stating that the U.S. Senate has engaged in extensive negotiations and revisions on crypto legislation over the past year. All parties, including the crypto i
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Blockchain Association CEO Summer Mersinger Rejects WSJ Editorial's Interpretation of Clarity Act, Calling it Pro-Innovation and Pro-Competition
Summer Mersinger, CEO of the Blockchain Association and former CFTC commissioner, argued that The Wall Street Journal's editorial board misinterpreted the Clarity Act. Mersinger stated the bill is pro
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Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan argues crypto won't go back in the bottle; SEC and CFTC guidance will drive industry even if Congress fails to pass legislation
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan argues crypto won't go back in the bottle; SEC and CFTC guidance will drive industry even if Congress fails to pass legislation
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U.S. senators and tribal gaming regulators are once again pushing to amend the CLEAR Act to clarify that prediction markets are governed by state and tribal laws, not the CFTC.
At a Senate Committee on Indian Affairs roundtable, Tehassi Hill, Vice Chairman of the National Indian Gaming Association, urged lawmakers to amend the CLEAR Act, a broad cryptocurrency legislation, t
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Analysis points to increased competition for Hyperliquid (HYPE) token after US CFTC approved regulated crypto perpetual futures.
Despite a more than 1500% surge since its launch in November 2023 and a 104% year-to-date increase, the Hyperliquid (HYPE) token has fallen 32% since reaching an all-time high of $76.85 in mid-June. T
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New York Judge Denies CFTC Motion to Stay Enforcement Action Against Prediction Market Platform Kalshi
The ruling preserves New York State’s case against Kalshi while allowing the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to refile its request before Judge Victor Marrero.
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Senators Urge CFTC to Curb Wildfire Prediction Market Bets Over Arson Concerns
A group of Democratic senators urged the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to rein in prediction market trading on wildfires, expressing concern that individuals could be tempted to commit arson to
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U.S. SEC Pauses Nasdaq's Conditional Approval of Cash-Settled Bitcoin Index Options (QBTC) for Review, Following CME Group's Challenge Arguing CFTC Jurisdiction
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has paused Nasdaq's conditional approval to list cash-settled bitcoin index options (ticker QBTC) and will reconsider the decision. This action follow
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Binance.US CEO Says Company to Apply for CFTC License in August to Enter Prediction Markets
The CEO of Binance.US stated that the U.S. crypto exchange plans to apply for a license with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) in August, which would allow it to offer prediction ma
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The Chair of the U.S. CFTC stated that he will pursue a “deregulation” agenda to ease the burden on agricultural financial intermediaries
The chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) stated, upon reconvening the Agricultural Advisory Committee, that the commission would pursue a “deregulation” agenda to ease the
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Bullish Exchange President: Systemic Risks in Perpetual Futures Stem from Trading Platform Design, Not the Contracts Themselves
Chris Tyrer, President of Bullish Exchange, stated that the debate over systemic risks associated with perpetual futures is misguided. He believes the risks stem from the specific design of trading pl
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44 U.S. state attorneys general argue CFTC lacks authority over sports prediction markets
A coalition of 44 U.S. state attorneys general has sent a letter to the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), asserting that the agency lacks authority over sports prediction markets. The
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XRP trading volume surged to $7.4 billion, while CME leveraged funds significantly cut net short positions by 46.3 million XRP.
On September 22, XRP reached an intraday high of $1.60, with reported trading volume of approximately $7.4 billion. A report from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) on September 15 showed
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The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) warned of manipulation risks in "event market" prediction contracts.
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) warned of manipulation risks in "event market" prediction contracts.
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CFTC Chairman Selig says markets must prepare for ‘mass tokenization’
CFTC Chairman Selig says markets must prepare for ‘mass tokenization’. The Trump administration is preparing for a financial market overhaul as tokenization and 24/7 trading move into the spotlight.
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After the US "Clarity Act" stalled in the Senate, the SEC and CFTC accelerated the development of cryptocurrency rules, with the SEC creating a temporary trading pathway for tokenized stocks.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) are accelerating efforts to fill cryptocurrency regulatory gaps. Just two days after the CLEAR Act
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Prediction market platform Kalshi asks CFTC to allow margin trading on its platform
Kalshi filed with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) on Tuesday to seek approval for offering leverage on event contracts. This move aims to attract greater institutional participation, a
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CryptoSlate analysis: Bitcoin's rally above $80,000 lacks institutional conviction
CryptoSlate analysis suggests that Bitcoin's recent rally above $80,000 is not strongly supported by institutional conviction. Data from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) as of September
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Hedge funds are bullish on the JPY for the first time since July 2025, holding approximately $1.6 billion in positions, according to CFTC data.
Leveraged traders have unwound their previous short positions in the Japanese Yen and started building bullish positions, now holding approximately JPY 251 billion (about $1.6 billion) in long Yen pos
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SEC launches "innovation waiver" allowing trading of tokenized stocks; Bitcoin surpasses $80,000 on Friday, and crypto-related stocks surge across the board.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced on Thursday (September 17) ET the launch of "innovation waivers," granting temporary, conditional exemptions to eligible tokenized securitie
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Coinbase Seeks CFTC Approval to Launch Single-Stock Perpetual Futures in US
Coinbase Derivatives has filed an application with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) seeking approval to launch cash-settled perpetual futures products linked to U.S.-listed stocks
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The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) issued a no-action letter, allowing software providers to connect users to regulated derivatives markets.
The CFTC issued a no-action letter on Friday, allowing certain software providers to connect users to regulated derivatives markets without registering as introducing brokers. The letter covers passiv
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CFTC files crypto asset rulemaking with White House, pressing ahead without Congress
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission isn't sitting idle — the agency has sent its crypto rulemaking to the White House for review.
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CFTC issues developer-friendly 'no-action position' for crypto trading tool developers, following SEC's similar move
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) stated it would not recommend enforcement action against software developers for not registering as introducing brokers, provided certain conditions are
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Crypto.com registers with SEC for single-stock futures, plans US stock perps
CEO Kris Marszalek stated that Crypto.com is also collaborating with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to offer single-stock perpetu
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After the U.S. Senate failed to pass the Clarity Act, the SEC and CFTC are preparing to use existing powers to advance cryptocurrency rulemaking.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) stated that following the U.S. Senate's 49-50 vote on Tuesday to reject the Clarity Act, both agen
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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong reposts tweet, commenting that the CFTC and SEC are "stepping up" and calling it "Go time"
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong reposts tweet, commenting that the CFTC and SEC are "stepping up" and calling it "Go time"
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Payward (Kraken parent) plans to offer U.S. clients onchain perpetual futures via Hyperliquid protocol
The company aims to become the first registered U.S. exchange to deploy markets on Hyperliquid, leveraging its $550 million acquisition of Bitnomial. The contracts would be listed under the rules of B
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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong: CLARITY Act failed to advance in Senate, but SEC and CFTC are expected to create clear crypto rules under existing authority
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong stated that the CLARITY Act's failure to advance in the Senate today was a disappointment. He believes the industry "can't wait on Congress anymore," as the SEC and CFTC p
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U.S. Senate cloture vote on Clarity Act fails, dealing regulatory blow to crypto industry
The Senate on Tuesday voted 50-49 to block the Clarity Act from advancing, falling short of the 60 votes needed to clear the procedural hurdle. The bill aimed to establish a comprehensive regulatory f
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US CFTC Probes Voluntary Carbon Credit Market Amid Growing Scrutiny
The US derivatives regulator is conducting a broad probe into the voluntary carbon credit market. This industry, which once boomed as corporations pledged to reduce emissions, has since shrunk due to
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Bank of America Analysis: CME Sues CFTC Over Perpetual Futures Products, Crypto Perpetual Contract Trading Volume Expected to Reach $93 Trillion by 2025
Bank of America noted that CME Group is suing its regulator, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), over perpetual futures products, but this dispute could bring unexpected benefits to the d
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CFTC data shows that as of the week ending September 8, WTI crude oil net long positions increased to 139,339 contracts, a 20-week high.
According to the latest Commitment of Traders (COT) data from the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), speculative funds continued to increase their bullish bets on crude oil for the week
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CFTC to Expedite Whistleblower Payouts Under $5 Million, Automatically Awarding 30% of Penalties
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced Friday its plan to automatically award successful whistleblowers 30% of any enforcement penalties collected, specifically for awards of $5 mil
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U.S. and UK financial regulators conducted a central counterparty (CCP) resolution tabletop exercise on September 3.
Senior officials from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), the Board of Governors of th
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US Senate Republicans unveil revised CLEAR Act crypto legislation, including new rules for "non-decentralized finance protocols," with a key vote next week.
The bill, spanning 630 pages and spearheaded by Senator Cynthia Lummis, aims to regulate the crypto industry at the federal level for the first time. The new rules require "non-decentralized finance t
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US SEC Delays Prediction Market ETF, CFTC Partners with NHL: What's the Compliance Path for New Sectors?
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently postponed the approval of several prediction market ETFs multiple times, raising widespread market concerns about the compliance path for these innovative financial products. Meanwhile, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has actively signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the National Hockey League (NHL) to enhance the integrity and transparency of event contract markets related to sports. Although prediction markets are regulated by the CFTC at the federal level, conflicts with state laws, jurisdictional disputes between regulatory agencies, and the lack of a unified digital asset regulatory framework continue to pose challenges for the compliance journey of this emerging sector. Its future development will require ongoing exploration and coordination among all parties.
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Bitcoin Futures Contracts: Definition, Market Dynamics, and Regulatory Developments
Bitcoin futures contracts are financial instruments that allow traders to speculate on or hedge against the future price of Bitcoin without actually holding the underlying asset. The Bitcoin futures market has matured significantly since the launch of regulated contracts by the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) in 2017. Recently, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) approved the first regulated Bitcoin perpetual futures contract and expanded the scope of services for platforms like Coinbase. The Singapore Exchange (SGX) has also been approved to offer cryptocurrency perpetual futures to U.S. institutional investors. These developments reflect growing institutional interest in crypto derivatives, alongside risks associated with market volatility and regulatory uncertainty.
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Kalshi prediction market valuation soars to $22 billion, institutional demand drives strong growth
Prediction market platform Kalshi has reached a valuation of $22 billion after completing a $1 billion Series F funding round in May 2026, doubling its valuation in just five months. This significant growth is primarily attributed to accelerating institutional demand, with institutional trading volume surging by 800% over the past six months. As a platform federally regulated by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Kalshi has captured over 90% of the U.S. prediction market share and plans to utilize the new capital to expand its product suite, including block trading and risk products, to meet growing market demand. Despite a brief slowdown in overall industry growth, Kalshi itself has demonstrated strong growth momentum.
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The CLARITY Act: Can the New U.S. Crypto Regulatory Framework Put an End to the Chaos?
The U.S. “Clearity Act” (H.R. 3633) aims to provide much-needed regulatory certainty for the cryptocurrency market. The bill was passed by the House of Representatives in 2025 and entered the Senate for consideration in 2026. Its core objective is to clarify the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) over digital assets, classifying them as either “investment contract assets” or “digital commodities.” As of July 28, 2026, the bill faces resistance in the Senate, and its prospects for passage remain uncertain; however, the regulatory framework it proposes has far-reaching implications for the global $2.25 trillion cryptocurrency market.
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2026 Coinbase Bitcoin Guide to Perpetual Contract Trading: Opportunities and Risk Management Following CFTC Approval
With the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) approving Coinbase to offer regulated cryptocurrency perpetual futures trading, U.S. traders have gained access to an entirely new market.This article will take an in-depth look at how to purchase Bitcoin perpetual contracts on Coinbase in 2026, analyze the market surge triggered by the CFTC’s approval, and provide practical strategies to avoid margin calls, helping investors capitalize on opportunities while effectively managing risk.
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