CFTC

Commodity Futures Trading Commission

CFTC is an independent U.S. federal agency that regulates the derivatives markets, including futures, options, and swaps.

Established in 1974, the CFTC oversees commodity exchanges and protects market participants from fraud and manipulation. It has expanded its role to include oversight of certain cryptocurrency derivatives and has taken enforcement actions in the digital asset space. Official site: CFTC.

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SEC

Securities and Exchange Commission

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Financial Industry Regulatory Authority

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