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Trader incurs $335,000 fine for prearranged energy trades
A Florida man and his firm were fined and received trading bans arising from a fictitious natural gas block-trade scheme.
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Ex-JP Morgan precious metals spoofers get combined $350,000 fine
Consent orders require two former precious metals traders to pay hefty civil penalties and accept industry bans, concluding an enforcement action launched in 2019.
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CFTC launches Innovation Advisory Committee
The advisory group will draw on industry heavyweights and public interest commentators to explore how new technologies can benefit markets and investors.
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Speeches in 2025 express exuberance for change and concern over same
Speakers emphasized technology‑neutral and principles‑based regulation, teased on new policies to come, or raised red flags.
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Expert predictions for crypto and blockchain in 2026
Some industry insiders weigh in on what we can expect for the coming year.
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Crypto wrap: Poland MiCA veto, Omfif against stablecoin ban, CFTC stablecoin collateral for derivatives
Our roundup of key crypto regulation stories.
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CFTC amends rules to make investigations more transparent
The policy shift involves procedural changes to adjudication, settlement recommendations, and Wells notice practice.
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CFTC guidance frees up foreign margin securities for US FCMs
The CFTC’s Market Participants Division’s latest letter clarifies how futures commission merchants can use customer securities at foreign intermediaries.