CFTC Sets Stage for Leveraged Spot Crypto Trading in US Markets

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is paving the way for leveraged spot cryptocurrency trading within regulated markets. Acting Chair Caroline Pham has confirmed discussions with exchanges like CME, Cboe, and Coinbase Derivatives regarding new listings for these products. This move could significantly reshape the landscape of US digital asset markets as investors gain access to potentially amplified gains and losses through 5x leverage on Bitcoin and Ethereum.