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Latest CFTC news, analysis, and market insights. 5 articles on Crypto Watch Desk.

NFL amicus brief backs New Jersey’s Supreme Court bid against Kalshi

CFTCNFL amicus brief backs New Jersey’s Supreme Court bid against KalshiThe justices haven't agreed to take the case. The league would like them to.8 Oct 20263 min read

CFTC opens comment period on rules for retail crypto transactions

CFTCCFTC opens comment period on rules for retail crypto transactionsThe CFTC wants written views on a national rulebook for retail crypto transactions, and on a new kind of exchange built only for them.5 Oct 20262 min read

Why is Crypto Up Today? Senate Passes CLARITY Act, BTC USD Surges Past $82K

BitcoinWhy is Crypto Up Today? Senate Passes CLARITY Act, BTC USD Surges Past $82KThe US Senate approved landmark cryptocurrency legislation defining SEC and CFTC oversight, sparking an 8% Bitcoin surge and potentially unlocking billions in institutional investment.14 May 20262 min read

CLARITY Act Vote Set for May 14: How the Senate’s Crypto Pivot Could Trigger a Major Market Move

AltcoinsCLARITY Act Vote Set for May 14: How the Senate’s Crypto Pivot Could Trigger a Major Market MoveThe Senate Banking Committee has set a May 14, 2026, markup hearing for the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, moving the landmark bipartisan bill one step closer to resolving years of regulatory uncertainty for the US crypto industry.12 May 20262 min read

SEC and CFTC Classify 16 Cryptocurrencies as Commodities, Ending Decade of Regulatory Uncertainty

BitcoinSEC and CFTC Classify 16 Cryptocurrencies as Commodities, Ending Decade of Regulatory UncertaintyBitcoin, Ether, Solana, XRP, and 12 other crypto assets officially designated as digital commodities in landmark March 17 joint regulatory guidance that establishes clear rules after years of enforcement-driven chaos.23 Mar 20263 min read