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Rep. Torres 'happy' to help CFTC in regulating election betting contracts
14.9.2024
New York Congressman Ritchie Torres stated he is "more than happy" to work with the CFTC to develop a plan for regulating election betting contracts in the United States
Rep. Torres 'happy' to help CFTC in regulating election betting contracts
14.9.2024
New York Congressman Ritchie Torres stated he is "more than happy" to work with the CFTC to develop a plan for regulating election betting contracts in the United States
CFTC charges Uniswap, Brazil’s X ban, and more: Law Decoded
9.9.2024
Uniswap Labs agreed to pay $175,000 in civil penalties and cease trading leveraged tokens following CFTC charges
CFTC charges Uniswap, Brazil’s X ban, and more: Law Decoded
9.9.2024
Uniswap Labs agreed to pay $175,000 in civil penalties and cease trading leveraged tokens following CFTC charges
CFTC Fines Uniswap Labs $175,000 for Violating Commodity Exchange Act
4.9.2024
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has fined Universal Navigation Inc., operating as Uniswap Labs, $175,000 for illegal trading practices. The decentralized finance (defi) protocol operator was found in violation of the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA) for offering leveraged retail...
$2,700 in 2025: Goldman Sachs Has ‘Highest Confidence’ in Gold Amid Market Challenges
4.9.2024
While gold dipped below $2,500 per ounce, Goldman Sachs commodity analysts remain optimistic, suggesting gold could experience a “potential gain of 8%” amid the “current softening cyclical environment.” Goldman market strategists are particularly confident in this precious metal, stating that,...
CFTC Recovers $18M in Crypto From Commodity Pool Ponzi Scheme
4.9.2024
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has recovered nearly $18 Million in crypto from commodity pool Ponzi…
Orange Juice Futures Hit All Time High Numbers Amidst Agricultural Commodity Rally
26.8.2024
The price of frozen concentrate orange juice futures contract has reached all-time high numbers this month, hitting 514.65¢ per lb and setting the stage for retail prices to skyrocket. The commodity, made famous by its part in the “Trading Places” film, is expected to keep rising due...
NYSE Arca withdraws request to list options on commodity trusts, crypto ETFs
14.8.2024
It's the latest in a flurry of regulatory activity around options on crypto funds
Crypto.com Opposes Proposed US Ban on Prediction Markets and Event Contracts
11.8.2024
Crypto.com Senior Vice President Steve Humenik has joined Coinbase by voicing opposition to a proposed rule change by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) that could lead to the prohibition of prediction markets in the United States. In a letter to the CFTC, Humenik expressed concerns...
Nigerian Files Lawsuit to Overturn Crypto Ban, Seeks BTC Commodity Status
11.8.2024
A Nigerian bitcoin proponent has launched a lawsuit challenging government restrictions on owning, using, and trading digital assets. The proponent said the lawsuit seeks to remove the blockade on cryptocurrency exchanges, ensuring all Nigerians have unrestricted access. Crypto Restrictions Deny...
CFTC Pays $1M to Whistleblower in Digital Asset Case
11.8.2024
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission paid a $1 million whistleblower award for information leading to an enforcement action in digital asset markets. CFTC Enforcement Director Ian McGinley said whistleblower tips are increasingly crucial as more Americans fall victim to digital asset scams....
As the U.S. Commodities Regulator Urges Fast Crypto Action, Senators Still Scrambling
10.7.2024
While Senate Agriculture Committee Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) said that her latest legislative proposal for overseeing the crypto markets is on the way to her panel's fellow members this week, the committee's top Republican said his meetings with the digital assets industry indicate that...
Elmnts Emerges From Stealth With Plans to Launch Commodity Tokenization Platform
27.6.2024
Elmnts, a new blockchain-based venture, has announced the forthcoming launch of its beta platform focused on tokenizing real-world assets (RWA), starting with oil and gas mineral rights and royalties. As part of a broader plan to expand into other commodities, the Solana-based project aims...
Bitcoin ETF issuer VanEck files for Solana ETF in the US
27.6.2024
According to VanEck’s head of digital assets research, VanEck is the first company in the United States to file for a Solana ETF
Understanding Oscillators in Bitcoin Trading: A Technical Analysis Guide
23.6.2024
In the realm of bitcoin trading, technical analysis can play a significant role, with oscillators being pivotal tools. Oscillators, developed over decades, assist traders in making informed decisions by analyzing price momentum and market conditions. This article delves into the history and usage...
Ethereum Spot ETF: A new era for crypto as a commodity?
24.5.2024
Finally, the day has dawned when the spot Ethereum ETF will be recognized as a commodity. The Chief Legal Officer with Coinbase takes the opportunity to reiterate his earlier claim that Ethereum is indeed and essentially a commodity, as shared through a post on X. Following a prolonged wait, 19b-4...
Ether Spot ETF Approval Would Raise Expectations Solana Could Also Be Classified as a Commodity: Bernstein
23.5.2024
Ether spot ETF approval would set a precedent as the first non-bitcoin digital asset to be considered a commodity, raising expectations that solana could follow the same path, the report said
Prometheum launches Ether custody service that treats ETH as a security: Report
21.5.2024
The digital assets platform soft-launched its controversial Ethereum custody service on May 17 and is targeting a full launch next month
Former CFTC Chair Christopher Giancarlo Joins Paxos Board of Directors
14.5.2024
Paxos, a leading regulated blockchain and tokenization infrastructure platform, has appointed J. Christopher Giancarlo, the former Chairman of the United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), to its board of directors.
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