#CFTCCriptoSprint The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) launched the Crypto Sprint on August 1, 2025, as part of a rapid effort to implement recommendations from the President’s Working Group on Digital Asset Markets report. The initiative aims to position the U.S. as the global leader in crypto innovation by providing regulatory clarity and fostering market development.
- Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham emphasized aligning with President Trump’s vision to make America the "crypto capital of the world".
- The CFTC is collaborating with the SEC (via **Project Crypto**) and other agencies to streamline rules for digital assets.
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2. Key Initiatives Under Crypto Sprint
A. Listed Spot Crypto Trading (August 4, 2025)
- The CFTC announced a groundbreaking initiative to allow spot crypto asset contracts to be traded on CFTC-registered futures exchanges (Designated Contract Markets, or DCMs).
- Example: Exchanges like CME could list spot Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and other non-security tokens.
- Public feedback is open until August 18, 2025, focusing on:
- Compliance with the Commodity Exchange Act (Section 2(c)(2)(D)).
- Regulatory alignment with SEC frameworks for non-security assets.
B. 24/7 Trading & Perpetual Derivatives
- The CFTC has already enabled:
- 24/7 trading for crypto derivatives (live since May 2025).
- Perpetual contracts (live since April 2025) on regulated platforms.
C. Regulatory Sandbox & DeFi Guidance
- The President’s Working Group recommended:
- A joint CFTC-SEC sandbox for crypto innovation.
- Clarifying rules for DeFi & blockchain-based derivatives.
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3. Recent Updates (as of August 5, 2025)
- Public Engagement: Stakeholders are invited to submit comments on spot crypto trading rules by August 18.
- SEC Coordination: The CFTC is working with SEC Chairman Paul Atkins & Commissioner Hester Peirce to harmonize oversight.
- Withdrawal of Outdated Guidance: The CFTC has revoked old advisories to reduce regulatory friction.
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