Crypto Regulation

CFTC Opens Crypto Perpetual Futures Trading in U.S. Milestone The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has officially approved Kalshi exchange to list crypto asset perpetual futures contracts, marking the first time U.S. regulators have provided a pathway for regulated firms to participate in the crypto perpetual derivatives market. What Are Perpetual Futures Perpetual futures are futures contracts without an expiration date, allowing traders to hold positions indefinitely through a funding rate mechanism. This market has long been one of the largest segments of global crypto trading, but primarily operated on offshore exchanges outside U.S. regulatory oversight. ...

House Agriculture leaders press Trump to appoint CFTC commissioners as the CLARITY Act advances in the Senate.

US House lawmakers overseeing the CFTC are urging President Trump to fill commission vacancies, ensuring bipartisan leadership for US crypto trading regulation.

Poland Lawmakers Debate Crypto Bills as PiS Party Submits Ban Proposal Polish lawmakers are debating cryptocurrency legislation while the PiS party has submitted a separate proposal to ban crypto, according to TheBlock. The development reflects divergent regulatory approaches across European nations.

The Bermuda government is promoting stablecoin payments through a USDC airdrop campaign as part of its effort to attract crypto businesses to the island. As an international financial center, Bermuda is working to position itself as a crypto-friendly jurisdiction. The USDC airdrop aims to let local residents experience the convenience of stablecoin payments. On the regulatory front, Bermuda has established a relatively comprehensive digital asset regulatory framework, providing clear compliance pathways for crypto businesses. This move aligns with the competitive landscape of multiple jurisdictions vying for crypto company establishment. ...

O’Leary Warns Tokenization Needs Regulatory Framework “Shark Tank” investor Kevin O’Leary said Wall Street’s current tokenization boom lacks a clear crypto regulatory framework, and institutional investors still view it as too risky. He noted that widespread institutional adoption cannot happen until the US establishes clear cryptocurrency compliance standards.

TD Cowen warns stablecoin yield disagreements could delay comprehensive US crypto legislation as lawmakers remain divided.