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SEC, CFTC classify XRP, SOL as commodities amid crypto policy shifts
The classification of digital assets as commodities may reshape regulatory frameworks, impacting market dynamics and legislative focus on crypto oversight.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez21 Aug
US rule rewrite looms for $200B on-chain venue Hyperliquid as Trump signals onshore approval
President Donald Trump said Aug. 19 that CFTC Chair Michael Selig is working to bring Hyperliquid to the US in a fully compliant, legal way. Hyperliquid's official interface currently keeps US persons off the platform, part of the regulatory geography that let crypto's largest perpetual futures venue grow up outside American oversight. Hyperliquid processed over […]
CryptoSlate•Gino Matos21 Aug
CFTC to regulate crypto markets if Clarity Act stalls in Senate
The CFTC's proactive stance may diminish legislative urgency, potentially altering the regulatory landscape for digital assets.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez21 Aug
Inside CFTC’s crypto backup plan – What happens if CLARITY Act stalls?
Here's why CFTC and SEC-led rule-making is still risky for the industry
AMBCrypto•Benjamin Njiri21 Aug
CFTC proposes ending SEF order book mandate
The CFTC has proposed removing a 13-year-old order book requirement for certain swap transactions, with public comments due within 30 days of its Federal Register publication. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission said in an Aug. 20 regulatory notice that it…
CFTC Innovation Advisory Committee tackles prediction market risks in inaugural meeting
The CFTC's focus on prediction market risks signals a shift towards stricter regulation, impacting market stability and innovation in financial sectors.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team21 Aug
CFTC to set crypto regulations if Clarity Act stalls, says chairman
The CFTC's proactive stance may accelerate regulatory clarity, potentially stabilizing crypto markets and influencing digital asset valuations.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez21 Aug
CME CEO Terrence Duffy trades barbs with CFTC’s Selig and Kalshi’s COO over prediction market oversight
A CFTC ommittee meeting exposed a sharp divide between the worlds of traditional finance and prediction market platforms.
The Block•Sarah Wynn20 Aug
Tensions Flare as CME, Kalshi Execs Clash Over Prediction Markets in DC
CME Group Chairman Terry Duffy and Kalshi co-founder Luana Lopes Lara traded barbs during a CFTC meeting over prediction markets, manipulation, and regulatory standards.
Ex-FBI Officer is Watching Every Polymarket Trader, Says CEO Coplan
Polymarket surveillance now runs in-house. Coplan told the CFTC an ex-FBI hire tracks every trade on chain.
BeInCrypto•Lockridge Okoth20 Aug
Selig Turns up the Heat as CFTC Readies Its Own Crypto Rules
Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman Michael Selig has ordered agency staff to prepare a backup regulatory framework for cryptocurrency markets if Congress fails to advance the stalled Clarity Act. Speaking Thursday at the CFTC Innovation Advisory Committee’s inaugural meeting in Washington, Selig explained that legislation remains his preferred route but made clear the agency […]
Bitcoin.com News•Jamie Redman20 Aug
CFTC chair says agency will move forward on crypto regulation if CLARITY fails
Michael Selig said at a meeting of the Innovation Advisory Committee that he had directed CFTC staff to explore developer protections and other crypto-related policies.
Cointelegraph•Cointelegraph by Turner Wright20 Aug
CME Group CEO Terry Duffy Clashes With CFTC Chair Over Prediction Markets
CME CEO Terry Duffy says the CFTC waves through manipulable prediction markets. Chairman Selig called the claim fake news.
BeInCrypto•Lockridge Okoth20 Aug
Uniswap founder Hayden Adams tells CFTC that US regulatory pressure pushed crypto builders overseas
US regulatory pressure may stifle domestic crypto innovation, driving talent and development to more accommodating international markets.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team20 Aug
U.S. CFTC chief puts staff on notice to create crypto regulations if Clarity Act fails
CoinDesk•Jesse Hamilton20 Aug
CFTC Chair Readies Crypto Rules If Congress Fails to Pass Clarity Act
The CFTC chair said staff is already exploring a crypto market structure framework and could move quickly to propose rules if Congress fails to act.
Trump Says CFTC Working to Bring Hyperliquid to U.S.
Trump says CFTC Chair Mike Selig is working on a compliant U.S. path for Hyperliquid after months of regulatory engagement.
CFTC to implement crypto market rules without Congress approval
The CFTC's proactive regulation could enhance market stability and attract institutional investors, impacting crypto market dynamics significantly.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez20 Aug
CFTC closes FTX cases against Caroline Ellison and Gary Wang without new fines
Cooperation helped Ellison and Wang avoid new CFTC fines as the regulator formally wrapped up its civil cases against the former FTX executives.
AMBCrypto•Adewale Olarinde20 Aug