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Gemini eyes prediction markets, waits on CFTC exchange nod
Gemini Space Station Inc., the crypto exchange founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, is preparing to list prediction market contracts and is awaiting U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission approval for a designated contract market application filed in May 2025, according to people familiar with the plans. Crypto execs meet U.S. senators as market structure bill stalls
Executives from firms such as Coinbase Global Inc. and Chainlink Labs joined senators, including Tim Scott, Kirsten Gillibrand and Chuck Schumer, to explore how the U.S. should classify digital assets, regulate DeFi platforms and divide oversight between the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). 
White House weighs new CFTC chair picks as Quintenz stalls
The White House is weighing additional candidates to lead the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) as Brian Quintenz’s confirmation stalls. Names discussed include Michael Selig, chief counsel to the SEC’s crypto task force, and Tyler Williams, a Treasury counselor on digital asset policy. CFTC nominee Quintenz reveals Winklevoss texts before Gemini IPO
Hours before Gemini’s planned IPO, CFTC Chair‑nominee Brian Quintenz published a July text exchange with Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss. He says the brothers sought assurances on CFTC enforcement; he declined. A Senate vote on his nomination is still pending. 
CFTC kicks off next Crypto Sprint, public input open until Oct 20
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) launched the next stage of its Crypto Sprint and opened public comment through Oct. 20, focusing on spot trading on CFTC‑registered exchanges and retail leverage rules aligned with the White House roadmap. 
Polymarket valuation surges to $9B after ICE investment
Polymarket announced in a post on X that Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) will make a $2 billion strategic investment at a $9 billion post‑money valuation, confirming earlier reports. The tie‑up comes weeks after U.S. derivatives regulators signaled limited comfort with certain event‑contract models via a CFTC staff no‑action letter, clearing a path for Polymarket to operate in the United States. 
Senate Democrats unveil digital asset oversight framework
Twelve Senate Democrats released a policy framework that would give the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) authority over spot trading of digital assets that are not securities. The proposal also calls for clearer Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) guidance and stronger anti-money laundering requirements. CFTC opens the US market to offshore exchanges
The cryptocurrency world is constantly evolving, encompassing not just technological advances but regulatory changes too. A potentially revolutionary shift is under discussion in the US as regulators consider legalizing offshore crypto exchange operations. 
Rostin Behnam, Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), will step down on January 20, coinciding with Donald Trump’s inauguration. His resignation signals potential shifts in regulatory priorities as the new administration prepares to overhaul federal oversight. 
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has brought to light a scheme by Debiex's staff, who allegedly developed personal and even romantic relationships with potential customers to draw them into their trading platform. The CFTC has now sued Debiex, charging them with fraudulent activities.