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CFTC crypto oversight capacity crisis amid staff reductions and expanding regulatory demands

CFTC Crypto Oversight Faces Alarming Capacity Crisis as Staff Cuts Collide with Expanding Regulatory Demands

January 21, 2026 j n

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 2025 – The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission faces a growing CFTC crypto oversight dilemma as internal warnings reveal critical capacity limitations during a period of significant staff reductions. According to the agency’s own inspector general, expanding regulatory authority over digital assets while losing personnel creates substantial operational risks for fiscal year […]

CFTC appoints crypto litigation specialist Michael Passalacqua as senior counsel for digital asset regulation

CFTC Appoints Crypto Litigation Specialist as Senior Counsel, Signaling a Pivotal Shift in Regulatory Strategy

January 20, 2026 j n

WASHINGTON, D.C., April 2025 – In a definitive move underscoring the maturation of digital asset oversight, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has appointed Michael Passalacqua, a seasoned lawyer specializing in cryptocurrency and blockchain litigation, as one of its two senior counsels. This appointment, first reported by Cointelegraph, represents a significant strategic investment by […]

CFTC Chair Mike Selig announces Future Proof crypto regulatory reform initiative

CFTC Crypto Oversight: Mike Selig’s Bold Future Proof Initiative Launches Sweeping Regulatory Reform

January 20, 2026 j n

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 2025 – The United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has embarked on a transformative journey to reshape cryptocurrency oversight. Newly appointed Chairman Mike Selig unveiled the “Future Proof” initiative this week, marking a significant shift toward institutionalized supervision of digital asset markets through formal rulemaking. This development signals a pivotal moment […]

NCAA demands CFTC halt sports prediction markets to protect athletes and betting integrity

NCAA Demands CFTC Halt Sports Prediction Markets in Urgent Integrity Plea

January 15, 2026 j n

WASHINGTON, D.C. – March 2025 – The National Collegiate Athletic Association has launched a dramatic regulatory offensive, formally requesting the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to immediately suspend all sports prediction markets. This urgent plea highlights growing tensions between emerging financial technologies and traditional sports governance frameworks. The NCAA’s letter, obtained by multiple news outlets, argues […]

CFTC Innovation Advisory Committee meeting to discuss cryptocurrency and financial technology regulation

CFTC Innovation Advisory Committee: A Crucial Step Toward Modern Financial and Crypto Regulation

January 13, 2026 CryptoExpert

In a significant move to modernize financial oversight, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission announced on January 15, 2025, the formation of its Innovation Advisory Committee. This strategic initiative aims to guide regulatory approaches for emerging technologies transforming financial services, particularly cryptocurrency markets. The committee represents a deliberate effort to bridge the gap between rapid […]

Legal ruling allows Kalshi prediction market to resume Tennessee operations during CFTC review.

Kalshi Tennessee Operations Resume After Stunning Court Ruling on CFTC Regulation

January 13, 2026 j n

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – In a significant development for the financial technology sector, a U.S. federal court has issued a temporary order allowing prediction market platform Kalshi to resume its Tennessee operations. This pivotal ruling, delivered on March 15, 2025, suspends a state cease-and-desist order and centers on a fundamental legal clash: whether a platform regulated […]

CFTC Innovation Advisory Committee meeting with cryptocurrency and traditional finance executives discussing blockchain regulation

CFTC Innovation Committee Launch: A Groundbreaking Move with Crypto CEOs Including Tyler Winklevoss

January 12, 2026 j n

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 2025 – The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has launched a groundbreaking Innovation Advisory Committee composed primarily of cryptocurrency industry leaders, marking a significant shift in regulatory engagement with digital assets. This strategic move includes prominent figures like Tyler Winklevoss of Gemini alongside executives from Kraken, Crypto.com, and traditional financial institutions. […]

Visualizing the **Kraken acquisition** of Small Exchange, signifying a pivotal expansion into the US regulated crypto derivatives market.

Kraken Acquisition Unlocks Monumental US Crypto Derivatives Market Opportunity

October 16, 2025 coinpulse_staff

Kraken, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has made a significant strategic move. Its recent **Kraken acquisition** of Small Exchange marks a pivotal moment for the digital asset industry. This development, initially reported by BusinessWire, signals Kraken’s ambitious expansion plans. The deal, valued at $100 million, directly addresses the growing demand for **US crypto derivatives**. This move […]

Crypto.com secures a U.S. margin derivatives license, symbolizing regulatory compliance and expanded financial offerings.

Crypto.com Secures Historic U.S. Margin Derivatives License from CFTC

September 27, 2025 coinpulse_staff

The cryptocurrency market continues its journey toward mainstream adoption. Indeed, regulatory milestones often pave the way for broader institutional and retail participation. In a significant development, Crypto.com has achieved a pivotal step forward, announcing it has secured a crucial U.S. margin derivatives license. Crypto.com Secures Crucial U.S. Margin Derivatives Approval Crypto.com, a leading cryptocurrency platform, […]

Josh Sterling's potential nomination as CFTC chair signals crucial shifts in commodity futures and crypto regulation.

Crucial Nomination: Josh Sterling Eyed for Top CFTC Chair Position

September 23, 2025 coinpulse_staff

The landscape of financial regulation in the United States constantly evolves. For cryptocurrency enthusiasts and market participants, the leadership of key regulatory bodies holds immense significance. A recent report indicates a potentially pivotal shift: the White House is reportedly considering Josh Sterling for the prestigious role of CFTC chair. This development could reshape the regulatory […]

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