Policy
Trump Chooses Former CFTC Commissioner Brian Quintenz to Lead the CFTC
Brian Quintenz, known for his advocacy in crypto, is appointed by Trump to head the CFTC, supported by industry leaders.
Politics
Trump Considers Brian Quintenz for CFTC Leadership Role
Former CFTC Commissioner Brian Quintenz is reportedly under consideration by President Trump to head the agency once again, suggesting a pro-crypto regulatory shift.
Policy
U.S. Regulator Launches Stablecoin Tokenization Initiative
Acting Chairman Caroline Pham of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission is spearheading a new program to explore tokenization using stablecoins.
Policy
CFTC Chair Caroline Pham Critiques Former Administration's Stance on Prediction Markets
The acting chair of the CFTC is initiating changes to the agency's approach towards prediction markets, aiming to foster innovation and legal clarity.
News
Robinhood Suspends Bet Offer for Super Bowl After CFTC Request
Robinhood has temporarily halted its Super Bowl betting feature following a request from the CFTC, merely one day after its launch.
Policy
CFTC Chair Pham Announces Changes to Enforcement Strategy
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission's enforcement division is undergoing major changes to enhance its focus on fraud prevention.
Policy
Investigation into Crypto.com and Kalshi's Super Bowl Contracts Raises Gaming Questions
A closer look at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission's scrutiny regarding whether sports-related contracts should be classified as gaming.
Crypto
Crypto.com and Kalshi Under CFTC Investigation Regarding Super Bowl Wagering
The CFTC is investigating Crypto.com and Kalshi for their betting markets related to the Super Bowl, focusing on their compliance with derivatives regulations.
Policy
Leadership Shake-Up at CFTC under Trump
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission sees significant changes as Caroline Pham, appointed by Donald Trump, restructures its leadership.
Policy
Caroline Pham Appointed as Acting Chair of the CFTC by Trump
Caroline Pham, a Republican commissioner, steps in as acting chair of the CFTC amidst a shift in U.S. policy towards digital assets.
Finance
Highlights of the Week: Anticipating a Trump Administration
This week, CoinDesk discusses upcoming changes in cryptocurrency regulations, market movements, and features key figures like Trump and analysts in the crypto industry.
Policy
CFTC's Crypto Enforcement Chief Resigns Ahead of Trump's Inauguration
Ian McGinley steps down from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission just days before President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, following a notable tenure focused on cryptocurrency regulation.
Finance
CFTC Seeks Data from Coinbase on Polymarket Customers
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission is pursuing information related to customer interactions with the prediction market platform Polymarket via a subpoena issued to Coinbase.
Policy
Final Address by CFTC Chief Benham: A Plea for Investor Protection in Crypto
In his last public address, Rostin Behnam emphasized the importance of federal regulation in the cryptocurrencies landscape.
Policy
CFTC Chair Behnam Announces His Departure on Inauguration Day
Rostin Behnam, the Chairman of the CFTC, will step down from his role on January 20, aligning with the inauguration of Donald Trump.
Policy
Gemini Settles for $5 Million in CFTC Dispute
The popular cryptocurrency exchange has agreed to a settlement concerning previous misleading claims about Bitcoin futures.
Finance
Bonk Sees 30% Surge, Leading Dog Meme Tokens; Floki Recognized as Utility Token by CFTC
Bonk (BONK) has risen 30%, leading the charge among dog-themed memecoins as Bitcoin recovers. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) recognizes Floki as a utility token.
Policy
Kalshi Claims Only Congress Can Regulate Election Betting in Court Filing
Kalshi argues that the power to prohibit election betting lies solely with Congress, dismissing CFTC’s interpretation as arbitrary.
Policy
Activist Group Claims Kalshi's Election Market Is Vulnerable to Manipulation
Better Markets challenges Kalshi's trading operations by referencing claims of manipulation on a competing platform.
Policy
Court Questions Legitimacy of Kalshi's Election Betting Platforms
The CFTC argues in appeals court that a federal judge was mistaken to allow Kalshi to operate prediction markets linked to the 2024 election.
