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.
CFTC Nabs 2 Crypto Fraudsters Involving in a $44M Ponzi Scheme
Two suspected cryptocurrency fraudsters Sam Ikkurty of Portland, Oregon, and Ravishankar Avadhanam of Illinois have been charged by the United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for illegally soliciting as much as $44 million through Ponzi-like scheme
Embattled BitMEX Co-Founders to Pay $30M in Civil Fine
The United States District Court for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) has pronounced a combined Civil monetary fine of $30 million for the three embattled BitMEX exchange co-founders indicted for violating the US Bank Secrecy Act
FTX Exchange's Proposal Becomes the Focus of CFTC Chair's Hearing in Congress
Rostin Behnam, the chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) was at a hearing, one of the core subjects of discussion was a proposal from FTX Derivatives Exchange.
Budget to Provide for Fulfilling Expanded Crypto Surveillance Goal: CFTC
The United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has requested a robust budget for its Fiscal Year 2023 in order to expand its digital assets or cryptocurrency surveillance targets.
XRP is not a Security: Former CFTC Chair Chris Giancarlo Says
Christopher Giancarlo said he believes XRP does not qualify as security as the SEC is alleging, a claim made based on earlier research he has done as the chairman of the CFTC.
Ex-CFTC Boss Christopher Giancarlo Joins CoinFund as Advisor
Christopher Giancarlo, the former Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has joined CoinFund as a strategic advisor.
Ex-US CFTC Chair Advocates Building Financial Infrastructure with Blockchain
Former Chairman of the United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Christopher Giancarlo slammed handlers of the economy for taking a back seat in financial innovation related to blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.
CFTC Slams Kraken with $1.25M for Illegal Market Operations
The CFTC says Kraken has been fined and is required to pay the sum of $1.25 million for illegally offering margined retail commodity transactions in digital assets
Binance is Reportedly Under Investigation by the CFTC, Involving Inside Trading
Binance cryptocurrency exchange has come under the regulatory radar again. Reportedly, it is with the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
CFTC Commissioner Clarifies the Agency's Sweeping Rights to Regulate Crypto Derivatives
CFTC Commissioner Dawn D. Stump has given several clarifications that show the agency has powers to regulate cryptocurrencies.
BitMEX Agrees to Pay $100M in Settlements to the CFTC of the US
BitMEX has reached a settlement with the CFTC and FinCEN on charges bordering on illegal exchange operation.
The ETF Approval Process Can Improve Transparency in Trading Platforms- Former CFTC Chair
Former CFTC Chair Timothy Massad has advocated for the approval of a Bitcoin ETF product on a conditional ground
Former BitMEX Executives to Appear in Court in March 2022
The court trial for former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes and other indicted executives has been set for March 28, 2022.
U.S. House of Representatives to Create Crypto Task Force Joining SEC and CFTC Members
The US House of Representatives passed a bill dubbed “Eliminate Barrier to Innovation Act of 2021” (H.R. 1602).
Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes Surrenders to US Authorities
Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes has surrendered to authorities in Hawaii to face pending charges relating to AML compliance failure.