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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.

House Presses Trump to Fill CFTC Seats Amid Crypto Oversight Push
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.

Kalshi Challenges New York Over Sports Prediction Market Regulations
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Kalshi Challenges New York Over Sports Prediction Market Regulations

Kalshi files a lawsuit against New York, arguing federal authority over derivatives preempts state gambling laws, challenging the shutdown of its sports prediction markets.

Mike Selig Appointed as New CFTC Chair Amid Crypto Focus
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Mike Selig Appointed as New CFTC Chair Amid Crypto Focus

Mike Selig, former SEC Crypto Task Force leader, has been appointed by President Trump as the new CFTC Chair, marking a pivotal shift in U.S. crypto regulations.

CFTC's New Directive Promises Clarity for Web3 Innovators
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CFTC's New Directive Promises Clarity for Web3 Innovators

The CFTC's new policy, ending 'regulation by prosecution,' marks a significant shift for Web3 builders, offering clearer guidelines and reducing enforcement actions.

Crypto Regulatory Developments: CFTC Leadership and New Legislation Initiatives
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Crypto Regulatory Developments: CFTC Leadership and New Legislation Initiatives

Explore recent developments in crypto regulation, including CFTC leadership changes, legislative initiatives on stablecoins, and key actions by the DOJ and SEC.

Former CFTC Chair Giancarlo Joins Paxos Board Amid Expansion Efforts
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Former CFTC Chair Giancarlo Joins Paxos Board Amid Expansion Efforts

J. Christopher Giancarlo, former CFTC chair and crypto advocate, joins Paxos board as the company expands its digital asset offerings and regulatory oversight.