SEC and CFTC Approve Spot Crypto Trading on Major US Exchanges, Fueling Mainstream Adoption

Major US exchanges like the Nasdaq, NYSE, CBOE, and CME will now offer spot crypto trading for Bitcoin and Ethereum, following a landmark regulatory decision from the SEC and CFTC. This move marks another significant step towards mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies as regulatory clarity paves the way for increased investor participation. 2025 witnessed this historic milestone as these agencies issued joint statements permitting exchanges to facilitate trading of spot crypto assets, including those leveraging leverage and margin.