CFTC News 2026
AI-GENERATEDUtah and Missouri Legal Battles: The Fight Over Prediction Markets Intensifies
Legal conflicts between the CFTC and US states reach a peak. Utah faces a fast-tracked hearing on November 20, while Underdog challenges gambling bans in Missouri.
AI-GENERATEDUS Midterms 2026: Democrats' Sweep Impacts Gambling Policy Across States
The 2026 midterm elections shifted power to Democrats in Congress. While Nebraska rejected online betting by 55%, Ohio's new governor Amy Acton eyes iGaming expansion.
AI-GENERATEDUS Regulator CFTC: Casino Games and Sports Betting Are Not Financial Swaps
The CFTC has codified rules to separate casino-style wagering from financial swap contracts. A 30-day comment period has been opened for the new regulation.
AI-GENERATEDUS Crypto Regulations: CFTC Launches Plan B Following CLARITY Act Defeat
The CFTC is pushing forward with a new rulemaking package for crypto markets after the CLARITY Act failed in the Senate by a 49-50 margin.
AI-GENERATEDUS Tribes Clash With CFTC: Frustration Grows Over Event Contract Regulations
Leaders from 17 tribal organizations met with the CFTC in September 2026 to voice concerns about prediction markets threatening tribal gaming exclusivity.
AI-GENERATEDWhite House to Host Summit for Crypto and Prediction Market Leaders
The White House is organizing a high-level meeting next Wednesday to discuss regulatory structures for crypto and prediction markets ahead of key Senate reviews.
AI-GENERATEDBetter Markets Slams US Regulator Over Controversial Event Betting Proposal
The organization Better Markets warns that the CFTC’s plan to allow event contracts could lead to rampant insider betting, citing cases involving Google and the White House.
AI-GENERATEDCFTC Issues Warning to Prediction Markets Following Congressional Scrutiny
The CFTC has issued a directive to prediction market operators, demanding adherence to core principles. A 20% staffing drop since 2011 poses challenges for federal oversight.
AI-GENERATEDUS Regulator Tightens event Contract Rules: CFTC Issues Advisory on Self-Certifications
The CFTC warns market operators against using broad template-style certifications for event contracts. Violations of Regulation § 40.2 threaten market transparency.