Bitcoin Perpetual Approved by CFTC
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) approved KalshiEX LLC’s BTCPERP, the first regulated bitcoin perpetual contract in the U.S., establishing a framework for onshoring crypto derivatives.
Regulatory & Legal
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CFTC Approves Crypto Perpetual Contracts at Coinbase
U.S. CFTC approves @Kalshi to list bitcoin perpetual futures, allowing U.S. firms to engage in this market. Coinbase also receives guidance for global options and perps via its CFM subsidiary. #Update #Crypto $BTC
SEC Approves Paxos for Blockchain Stock Clearing
Paxos Securities Settlement Company, LLC (PSSC) has received SEC approval to clear U.S. stocks on blockchain, enabling same-day settlements and bypassing legacy systems. #Update #Crypto $USDC
CFTC Sues Minnesota Over Prediction Market Ban
@Kalshi has filed a federal lawsuit against Minnesota’s new law criminalizing prediction markets, claiming it violates the Supremacy Clause and First Amendment rights. #Update #Legal $USDT
SEC Approves Paxos as Blockchain Clearing Agency
@Paxos has become the first blockchain-native firm registered as a clearing agency by the US Securities and Exchange Commission, enhancing crypto-based infrastructure for banks and brokerages. #Update #Crypto $PAXG
SEC’s Clarity Act Impacts Global Crypto
The Clarity Act, a U.S. crypto regulation bill, advances to the Senate for a decisive vote, potentially reshaping global standards despite criticism from Sen. Elizabeth Warren over money laundering concerns. #Update #Legal
CFTC Sues Rhode Island Over Prediction Markets
The CFTC sues Rhode Island to prevent state gambling laws from regulating federally registered prediction markets, intensifying a jurisdictional battle over event-contract platforms. Legal
SEC Sees FalconX IPO Filing Surge
@FalconX has confidentially filed a draft S-1 registration statement with the SEC for a potential IPO, hiring Cantor and other bankers; market conditions may delay the listing until year-end. #Update #Crypto
CFTC Prediction Market Rule Gains Trump Support
The White House’s regulatory office is reviewing a proposed CFTC rule on prediction markets, potentially impacting platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket, as Trump supports federal oversight. #Update #Crypto $CFTC
CFTC Seeks to Erase Gemini Settlement
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission seeks to annul a $5 million settlement with @Gemini, claiming prior complaints were unjustified under current standards. #Update #Legal $BTC $ETH
Trump Promises Unbreakable Crypto Law
Trump pledges lasting U.S. crypto regulation amid SEC and CFTC coordination, emphasizing a future-proof market structure. Congress faces pressure to legislate pro-crypto messaging. #Breaking #Crypto $BTC
SEC Faces Ripple’s Call for Crypto Clarity
@Ripple has submitted proposals to the US SEC, seeking clarity on stablecoins, non-security crypto assets, and tokenized securities regulations, marking a significant push for industry guidance. #Update #Crypto $XRP
Polymarket Enforces KYC Amid Global Scrutiny
Polymarket enforces KYC amid regulatory scrutiny, facing ISP blocks in Spain and U.S. House inquiries on suspicious trading. #Update #Legal @Polymarket
CFTC Control of Prediction Markets Secured
U.S. President Donald Trump advocates for exclusive CFTC oversight of prediction markets amid legal challenges faced by operators Kalshi and Polymarket. #Breaking #Legal $BTC