US CFTC proposes rulemaking on crypto asset transactions, markets

( October 5, 2026, 17:42 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission published proposed rulemaking to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework comprised of “fit-for-purpose rules” and retail commodity transactions involving crypto assets. “Today’s action is a critical step in the CFTC’s ongoing efforts to ensure America remains the crypto capital of the world,” Selig said. “The American people deserve clarity, certainty, and consumer protections in the crypto asset markets and the agency is committed to delivering this by incorporating crypto asset transactions into its uniform national market regulatory framework.Statement follows in full. Also see attached file. ...

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