U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)
United States of AmericaThe mission of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission is to promote the integrity, resilience, and vibrancy of the U.S. derivatives markets through sound regulation.
LabCFTC’s mission is to promote responsible innovation among financial industry, stakeholders, and policymakers by:
- Advancing policy and regulation in financial innovation;
- Facilitating dialogue between innovators and those within the CFTC on financial and technological innovations;
- Educating internal and external stakeholders on financial technology and innovation in the financial markets to identify how innovations are being used;
- Coordinating internally and externally with International, Federal, and State regulators, organizations, and associations.
Geographical Jurisdiction
United States of AmericaWe regulate the derivatives industry in the United States. This includes firms and individuals who trade or advise on derivatives, and various market participants including designated contract markets, swap execution facilities, derivatives clearing organizations, swap data repositories and intermediaries.
- Engagement with firms on regtech and suptech solutions
- Engagement with innovators and/or other third parties (e.g. academics, consultants and other organisations)
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- Other: Policy engagement, education, advice on laws and rules that may potentially apply to innovative business models, no-action relief.
Focus Area
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