The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) faces a significant leadership vacuum following the departure of commissioners Eleanor Terrett and Summer Mersinger. The departures, coupled with pending vacancies, could […]
CFTC Faces Sanctions Over Misconduct in My Forex Funds Case
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has been penalized for misconduct in the My Forex Funds case, following a federal judge’s finding of willful misconduct and false […]
Caroline Pham Steps Down as CFTC Chair: Impacts Looming Uncertainty in Crypto Markets
Caroline Pham’s impending departure as Acting Chairman of the CFTC marks a significant shift for the agency and ripples through the cryptocurrency landscape. Her decision to resign, effective […]
CFTC Leadership Changes Looming Amid Regulatory Scrutiny
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is facing a period of significant leadership turnover, with Acting Chair Caroline Pham planning to step down after a new chair […]
Summer Mersinger Steps Down as CFTC Commissioner, Joins Blockchain Association
Summer Mersinger’s departure from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) marks a significant shift in the crypto regulatory landscape. She will step down on May 30, 2025, paving […]
CFTC Commissioner Summer Mersinger Steps Down
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced that Commissioner Summer Mersinger is resigning from her role. The official statement did not disclose the specific reasons for […]
CFTC Commissioner Transitioning to Blockchain Association Leadership
Summer Mersinger, current commissioner at the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), is stepping down to assume the CEO role of the digital asset advocacy group, the Blockchain […]
CFTC Clears Way for Political Event Contracts
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has removed its objections to Kalshi’s platform, paving the way for the trading of political event contracts. This significant decision follows […]
CFTC Withdraws Objection, Paving Way for Kalshi to Offer Political Event Contracts
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has dropped its objection against Kalshi, a New York-based platform specializing in contracts related to political events. This move clears the […]
CFTC Withdraws Appeal Against Kalshi, Election Contracts Persist
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has officially withdrawn its appeal against crypto prediction platform Kalshi. Last year, the CFTC sought to halt Kalshi’s ability to operate […]
CFTC Withdraws Appeal Against Kalshi’s Prediction Platform: Legal Victory for Regulated Markets
In a significant development, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has withdrawn its appeal against Kalshi, a regulated prediction market platform, on May 6th, 2025. This decision […]
CFTC Dismisses Appeal Against Kalshi, Signaling a Turning Point for US Prediction Markets
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has taken a decisive step in the ongoing legal dispute with prediction market platform Kalshi. With a 3-0 vote to dismiss the […]
CFTC Takes Center Stage in Crypto Regulation: Pilots & New Bill Explained
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is deepening its involvement in crypto regulation through pilot programs focused on tokenization. This hands-off approach allows the agency to observe real-world […]
CFTC Ponders 24/7 Crypto Derivatives Trading for Enhanced Transparency
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is exploring a potential shift in crypto derivatives trading, considering allowing round-the-clock activity encompassing futures and options. This move reflects the evolving […]
CFTC Solicits Feedback on 24/7 Crypto Derivatives Trading Model
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is seeking public input on transitioning to a continuous trading model for certain cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin. This initiative follows the surge in […]