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The Future of a Commodity: Bitcoin Regulation and the CFTC
The US Commodities Futures Trading Commission has made clear that bitcoin falls under its jurisdiction – what would regulation under CFTC look like?
Commissioner Claims CFTC Can Intervene in Bitcoin Markets
CFTC commissioner Mark Wetjen has said the agency is authorised to take enforcement actions against price manipulation in bitcoin markets.
CFTC Commissioner Calls For Flexible Regulation of Digital Currencies
CFTC commissioner Mark Wetjen has spoken out in favour of flexible bitcoin regulation in the derivatives space and beyond.
CFTC Acknowledges Bitcoin's Long-Term Promise at DC Hearing
The CFTC held a meeting today to discuss bitcoin and its potential effects on US derivatives markets.
US Commodities Regulator to Hold Public Bitcoin Hearing
The US Commodities Futures Trading Commission will hold a public hearing on 9th October to address digital currency.
TeraExchange Receives US Approval to Launch First Bitcoin Derivative
TeraExchange has launched the first financial instrument tied to bitcoin following approval from US regulators.
How Regulators Should Approach The Bitcoin Derivatives Market
Mercatus Center scholars recommend that policymakers use a “bottom-up” approach to regulating bitcoin.
US Mulls Regulating Bitcoin Under Rules for Commodities
The CTFC is investigating whether it has the authority to regulate digital currencies under rules for commodities, reports say.
US Senator Demands Regulatory Clarification on Digital Currencies
US Senator Tom Carper has called on the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to clarify its position on bitcoin.
Bitcoin comes under US regulator radar
US financial regulators are ‘seriously considering’ regulation of Bitcoin and 'if they wanted to', they could regulate it.
