CFTC Innovation Task Force for Derivatives

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Published March 30th, 2026

Detected March 31st, 2026

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CFTC Chair Michael Selig announced formation of the Innovation Task Force on March 24, 2026, dedicated to advancing clear rules for companies building novel products and technologies within U.S. derivatives markets. The task force will partner with the CFTC's Innovation Advisory Committee and coordinate with the SEC's Crypto Task Force on innovation initiatives.

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CFTC Chair announced formation of the Innovation Task Force to develop a regulatory framework for derivatives markets focused on three areas: crypto assets and blockchain technologies, AI and autonomous systems, and prediction markets and event contracts. The task force will work in partnership with the CFTC's Innovation Advisory Committee and coordinate with the SEC's Crypto Task Force on cross-agency innovation initiatives.

Companies developing novel products and technologies in derivatives markets should monitor task force developments. This is an early-stage initiative that will eventually produce regulatory guidance and frameworks. No immediate compliance obligations are created. Regulated entities, particularly those in crypto, AI, and prediction markets, should engage with the task force during future outreach and comment periods.

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March 30, 2026

CFTC chair announces formation of Innovation Task Force

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On March 24, CFTC Chair Michael Selig announced the launch of the “Innovation Task Force,” which the agency said is dedicated to advancing clear rules for companies building novel products and technologies within U.S. derivatives markets. According to the announcement, the task force, in partnership with the CFTC’s “Innovation Advisory Committee,” will work with the commission to develop a regulatory framework focused on three areas: (i) crypto assets and blockchain technologies; (ii) AI and autonomous systems; and (iii) prediction markets and event contracts. Selig asserted the framework would “foster responsible innovation at home and ensure American market participants are not left on the sidelines.” The CFTC stated the task force will also coordinate with other federal agencies, including the SEC and its “Crypto Task Force,” on innovation initiatives.

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