Former CFTC Chair Pushes Congress for Fast-Track Crypto Rules Before Chaos Hits
U.S. lawmakers are being pushed to act fast as calls intensify for a clear crypto regulatory framework that protects investors, fuels innovation, and reduces systemic risk. Former CFTC Chair Urges Swift Congressional Action on Crypto Oversight Former U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman Rostin Behnam testified on June 4 before the House Committee on […]
Paradigm Urges CFTC to Craft DeFi Perps Regulatory Path
Crypto investment firm Paradigm has called on the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to develop a comprehensive regulatory framework specifically for decentralized finance (DeFi) perpetual derivatives, arguing current proposals focus too narrowly on centralized platforms. CFTC Advisory Committee Proposed for DeFi Perpetuals Paradigm submitted comments responding to a CFTC request for input on perpetual […]
Former CFTC Chairman ‘Crypto Dad’ Joins Sygnum Bank
Former U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman J. Christopher Giancarlo, known as “Crypto Dad,” has joined Sygnum Bank as Senior Policy Advisor, as announced on May 27, 2025. Giancarlo, who was a strong advocate for open markets and balanced regulatory frameworks during his tenure at the CFTC, will leverage his experience in regulatory matters […]
Former CFTC Chairman ‘Crypto Dad’ Joins Sygnum Bank
Former U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman J. Christopher Giancarlo, known as “Crypto Dad,” has joined Sygnum Bank as Senior Policy Advisor, as announced on May 27, 2025. Giancarlo, who was a strong advocate for open markets and balanced regulatory frameworks during his tenure at the CFTC, will leverage his experience in regulatory matters […]
Former CFTC Chairman ‘Crypto Dad’ Joins Sygnum Bank
Former U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman J. Christopher Giancarlo, known as “Crypto Dad,” has joined Sygnum Bank as Senior Policy Advisor, as announced on May 27, 2025. Giancarlo, who was a strong advocate for open markets and balanced regulatory frameworks during his tenure at the CFTC, will leverage his experience in regulatory matters […]
Former CFTC Chairman ‘Crypto Dad’ Joins Sygnum Bank
Former U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman J. Christopher Giancarlo, known as “Crypto Dad,” has joined Sygnum Bank as Senior Policy Advisor, as announced on May 27, 2025. Giancarlo, who was a strong advocate for open markets and balanced regulatory frameworks during his tenure at the CFTC, will leverage his experience in regulatory matters […]
Congress Urged to Close Dangerous Crypto Oversight Gap Now
An urgent plea from a top former regulator presses Congress to act now, warning that inaction on crypto oversight endangers millions amid rampant fraud and market disorder. Former CFTC Chair Urges Congress to Act Now as Crypto Regulation Void Endangers Millions Rostin Behnam, former chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and now […]
CFTC Orders Crypto Prosecution Slowdown Following DOJ’s Explosive Policy Overhaul
The CFTC has unleashed a major overhaul of crypto enforcement, slamming the brakes on punitive regulation and shifting power back to innovators. CFTC Aligns Crypto Enforcement With DOJ—Low-Level Violations No Longer Chased Acting Chair of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Caroline D. Pham issued a sweeping directive on Monday in Washington D.C., reshaping […]
CFTC Frees Crypto Derivatives From Extra Scrutiny
Crypto advocates scored big as the CFTC scrapped a directive singling out digital asset derivatives, easing scrutiny and marking a sharp split among U.S. regulators. Barriers Drop—CFTC’s Crypto Retreat Sets Stage for Relentless Upside Another win for crypto supporters arrived March 28 when the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced that its Division of Clearing […]
Trump Nominates Crypto Advocate to Lead CFTC, Backed by Industry Leaders
Brian Quintenz, Head of Policy at Andreessen Horowitz’s (a16z) crypto division and a fierce champion for crypto innovation, has been nominated by Donald Trump to lead the CFTC. Trump’s CFTC Pick Brian Quintenz Praised for Pro-Crypto Stance and Regulatory Vision Brian Quintenz announced on social media platform X on Feb. 12 that he has been […]