CFTC Advances Plans for Leveraged Spot Crypto Trading on Regulated Exchanges
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is pushing forward with plans to introduce Leveraged spot crypto products on U.S.-regulated exchanges, potentially launching as early as next month. Acting Chair Caroline Pham has been in direct discussions with licensed trading platforms preparing to list these contracts, signaling a proactive stance despite ongoing legislative delays.
While the CFTC continues consultations with Congress on broader digital asset regulations, the agency is leveraging its existing authority to align with the President’s Working Group’s directives. This move could accelerate institutional adoption of crypto trading, with select products expected to go live before formal legislation is finalized.