Регулирование
CFTC Confirms Crypto Perpetuals as Foreign Futures and No-Action for Customer Asset Transfers
The CFTC has issued an interpretation confirming that certain crypto perpetual contracts can be classified as foreign futures. It also states it will not pursue enforcement against Coinbase for specific customer asset transfers to foreign brokers under certain conditions.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission's Market Participants Division has provided clarification regarding the classification of certain crypto derivatives. In response to a request from Coinbase Financial Markets, Inc., the agency confirmed that perpetual contracts listed on a foreign board of trade can be considered foreign futures, aligning with existing regulations.
Additionally, the CFTC indicated it will not take enforcement action against Coinbase for transferring customer-owned digital assets and stablecoins to foreign brokers for margin purposes, provided specific conditions are met. This includes situations where the foreign broker has the right to reuse these assets.
This development provides clearer guidance for crypto firms operating across borders, especially those offering derivatives and engaging in customer asset transfers to foreign entities. It helps define the regulatory landscape for crypto derivatives and cross-border asset management.
The likely effect is increased legal clarity for Coinbase and similar firms, potentially influencing how they structure their derivatives offerings and customer asset management strategies. It may also impact how foreign brokers and crypto exchanges operate within the regulatory framework.
Overall, this move by the CFTC aims to balance regulatory oversight with operational flexibility for crypto market participants, especially in the derivatives and cross-border asset transfer sectors.
Читайте также
Binance emphasizes licensing over exclusion in MiCA regulation
Binance's Europe head states that MiCA should be judged by who it licenses, not who it excludes. Despite withdrawing its application, Binance remains committed to the EU market.
Crypto ATM bans, restrictions now in effect in Tennessee and Georgia
Crypto ATMs are rapidly disappearing in the US as Tennessee enforces a ban today, and operators in Minnesota must comply with a similar law by August 1.
Democrat backed by Ripple co-founder’s PAC wins Colorado primary
A Democratic candidate supported by a crypto-aligned PAC backed by Ripple co-founder has won the Colorado primary, moving closer to the November election.
CFTC Orders New York Trader to Pay $200,000 for Spoofing
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has fined Sidney Lebental $200,000 for spoofing treasury futures trades. The case highlights ongoing regulatory efforts to combat market manipulation.