CFTC
CFTC stands for Commodity Futures Trading Commission of the United States. The mission of CFTC is to promote the integrity, resilience, and vibrancy of the US derivatives markets through sound regulation.
Polymarket Eyes KYC as Global Regulation Tightens on Prediction Platforms
Polymarket considers mandatory KYC amid bans in over 30 countries and insider trading scrutiny, signaling regulatory challenges for prediction markets.
Kalshi Backs Lobby Group to Defend Prediction Markets
Kalshi launches Americans for Fair Markets to counter casino interests and influence federal policy on prediction markets.
CFTC and NHL Partner to Regulate Prediction Markets
The CFTC signs a memorandum with the NHL to oversee prediction markets, reinforcing its claim of exclusive jurisdiction amid regulatory conflicts.
SEC’s ‘Crypto Mom’ Hester Peirce to Join Regent Law Faculty
Hester Peirce, SEC Commissioner and crypto advocate, will leave the SEC to join Regent Law, signaling a shift in regulatory leadership.
CFTC Sues Minnesota Over Prediction Markets Ban
The CFTC has filed a lawsuit against Minnesota, citing exclusive federal jurisdiction over prediction markets. The ban could set a precedent.
House Presses Trump to Fill CFTC Seats Amid Crypto Oversight Push
House Agriculture Committee calls on Trump to fill CFTC vacancies as the agency faces expanded crypto regulation duties under the CLARITY Act.
House Pushes Trump to Nominate CFTC Leaders Amid CLARITY Act Progress
House leaders call for full CFTC leadership as the CLARITY Act advances, setting the stage for major crypto market reforms.
CFTC Eases Reporting Rules for Prediction Markets Amid Jurisdiction Battle
The CFTC grants regulatory relief to prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi, offering clarity on event contract reporting amid federal-state disputes.
CFTC Receives 1,500 Comments on Prediction Market Regulation
The CFTC's proposed rule on prediction markets sparks debate, with 1,500 responses highlighting tensions between federal oversight and state regulation.
A16z Supports CFTC in Legal Clash Over Prediction Markets
A16z backs the CFTC, arguing federal law overrides state bans on prediction markets like Kalshi, citing liquidity and price discovery benefits.
CFTC Sues Wisconsin Over Prediction Market Regulation Clash
The CFTC has sued Wisconsin, marking its fifth state-level legal battle to assert jurisdiction over prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket.
CFTC Sues New York Over Prediction Markets Gambling Laws Clash
CFTC challenges New York's bid to apply gambling laws to prediction markets, escalating federal vs. state regulatory tensions.
Coinbase Moves NY Prediction Market Case to Federal Court
Coinbase shifts NY lawsuit over prediction markets to federal court, spotlighting CFTC vs. state regulators' jurisdiction battle.
Kalshi Plans Crypto Perpetual Futures to Expand Beyond Prediction Markets
Kalshi aims to launch crypto perpetual futures, signaling a shift from prediction markets to regulated derivatives trading. Here's what it means.
John Oliver Blasts Prediction Markets, Calls Out Coinbase CEO Armstrong
HBO host John Oliver criticizes Kalshi and Polymarket on Last Week Tonight, highlighting market manipulation concerns and CFTC oversight failures.
