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.
Finance
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.
Betting
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.
Finance
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.
Finance
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.
Finance
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.
Crypto
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.
Crypto
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.
Finance
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.
Finance
Gemini Settles for $5 Million in CFTC Dispute
The popular cryptocurrency exchange has agreed to a settlement concerning previous misleading claims about Bitcoin futures.
Crypto
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.
Elections
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.
Elections
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.
Finance
CFTC Subcommittee Moves Forward on Tokenized Shares for Firms
The CFTC subcommittee has made strides toward allowing tokenized shares of money-market funds to be used as collateral, potentially benefiting key financial players like BlackRock and Franklin Templeton.
Ecosystem
CFTC Chair Initiates Public Commentary on Prediction Markets Regulations
Michael Selig, the chair of the CFTC, has opened the floor for public comments on new regulations concerning prediction markets, asserting the agency's authority over these platforms.
Crypto
Upcoming Senate Review for the CLARITY Act, According to Sacks
The CLARITY Act, designed to clarify the crypto market, is anticipated to be discussed in January, with significant bipartisan backing.
News
CFTC Withdraws Proposal Against Sports and Political Prediction Markets
The CFTC has retracted a proposal from the Biden administration aimed at banning prediction markets for sports and political events, highlighting a new direction for regulatory oversight.
Blockchain
CFTC Chair Endorses Blockchain Prediction Markets as Essential Tools for Truth
Michael Selig advocates for blockchain-based prediction markets, emphasizing their potential for enhancing transparency and accuracy in public information.
