CFTC Clears Path for US Exchanges to List Single-Stock Perpetual Futures
Eligible US exchanges can list perpetual futures tied to individual stocks under joint CFTC and SEC oversight. Selig’s statement gives no launch dates.
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The Regulation & Policy section tracks global legal developments shaping the future of cryptocurrencies, blockchain innovation, and digital asset markets. This category covers legislative updates, regulatory actions, compliance requirements, enforcement cases, tax changes, and government positions on emerging financial technologies. Readers gain clarity on how policy decisions influence markets, businesses, and everyday crypto users worldwide.
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CFTC Chief Says Your Fridge Could Buy Groceries With Crypto Earnings
Michael Selig imagines appliances spending crypto earnings and raises “Know Your Agent” questions about identity, liability and autonomous trading.
Bessent Backs SEC and CFTC Crypto Rules After CLARITY Act Setback
Scott Bessent backs SEC and CFTC action after the CLARITY setback, while arguing that dollar stablecoins can expand demand for US government debt.
Crypto Executives Give Over $56M in US Midterm Cycle, Reuters Finds
Reuters’ review of federal filings highlights political donations from the Winklevoss twins, Chris Larsen, Brian Armstrong and Mike Novogratz.
Ripple Wins Final US Approval for National Trust Bank
Ripple says its national trust bank has won final US approval to manage RLUSD reserves and provide fiduciary custody, while the stablecoin’s issuer stays unchanged.
US Banking Regulator Urges Small Banks to Enter Stablecoin Market
The US banking regulator urges community banks to explore stablecoin issuance, while applications remain unopened ahead of the January 2027 GENIUS Act deadline.
Bank of Israel Rejects Netanyahu’s Crypto Sanctions Workaround
The Bank of Israel rejects crypto as a sanctions workaround. Netanyahu says it remains one option, but acknowledges that it may never be used.
Former Circle Engineer Sues Trump Over UAE Crypto Deals
Circle shareholder J. Benjamin Greenberg challenges UAE-linked World Liberty deals in a derivative suit against Trump. Circle says it did not authorize the case.
Robinhood Plans 2027 Middle East Launch After Dubai Approval
Robinhood will base its Middle East business in DIFC after DFSA authorization covering 10 investment categories, with a product launch planned for 2027.
Coinbase and Crypto Groups Cut Q3 Lobbying After CLARITY Setback
Coinbase and major crypto groups spent more than $4 million on Q3 federal lobbying, down from Q2, as the CLARITY Act failed to advance in the…