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The United States Commodities Futures Trading Commission was created in 1974 to regulate commodity futures and option markets. The Commission’s mission is to protect market participants and the public from... more +
The United States Commodities Futures Trading Commission was created in 1974 to regulate commodity futures and option markets. The Commission’s mission is to protect market participants and the public from fraud, abuse, and systemic risk associated with derivatives subject to the Commodities Exchange Act. In 2010, as a result of the Frank-Dodd Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection, the Commission’s role was expanded to include drafting rules for regulating the swaps marketplace. less -
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Blockchain+ Bi-Weekly; Highlights of the Last Two Weeks in Web3 Law: October 31, 2024

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It’s fitting that our second October Web3 legal update arrives on Halloween, as many in the industry might find the current legal landscape for digital asset products and services quite spooky. While the past few weeks have...more

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Deadline Approaches: FinCEN’s Rules for Beneficial Ownership Reporting under the Corporate Transparency Act

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The Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”) requires a range of entities, primarily smaller, otherwise unregulated companies, to file a report with the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network...more

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Daily Financial Regulation Update -- Friday November 1

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October 31, 2024- Members of the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services sent a letter to federal banking regulators at the Federal Reserve Board (FRB), Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), and Federal...more

Kohn, Kohn & Colapinto LLP

Whistleblowers are Key to CFTC’s Priority of Combating Voluntary Carbon Market Fraud

Voluntary Carbon Markets (“VCMs”) are touted as a promising solution to rising global carbon emissions. They have the potential to strengthen climate technology and promote projects that reduce carbon dioxide emissions and...more

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

ESG Guidepost | Issue 19

Katten ESG Guidepost is a monthly publication highlighting the latest news, legal and regulatory developments involving environmental, social and governance matters....more

Tannenbaum Helpern Syracuse & Hirschtritt LLP

CFTC Adopts Amendments to Regulation 4.7

In early September, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (“CFTC”) adopted amendments to CFTC Regulation 4.7 (“Regulation 4.7”), which is a compliance exemption from certain disclosure, reporting and recordkeeping...more

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Notable Litigation – September 2024

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Notable litigation filed during September 2024 includes: (1) Williamson, et al. v. Linarducci, et al., No. 24-cv-01526 (S.D. Ind.); (2) Perrotta v. First Edge, LLC, et al., No. 24-cv-01638 (M.D. Fla.); (3) Next Gen. Inv....more

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Crackdown on DeFi? An Examination of the CFTC's Enforcement Action Against Uniswap — The Crypto Exchange

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In the latest episode of The Crypto Exchange, host Ethan Ostroff is joined by Addison Morgan to discuss the recent CFTC enforcement action against Uniswap. The CFTC alleged that Uniswap violated the Commodity Exchange Act...more

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

The CFTC Amends Part 40 to Streamline and Improve Product Submission Processes

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) finalized amendments to its regulations governing how CFTC-registered exchanges, clearinghouses and other registered entities submit self-certifications for rule approvals, new...more

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Market Integrity and Manipulation in Election Prediction Markets

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Until recently, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has limited the ability of US persons to participate in election markets. However, recent developments have allowed event contracts to be made available to US...more

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Monitoring Against Whistleblower Retaliation

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Saves Lives, Prevents Major Crimes, and Accelerates Voluntary Self - Disclosures The U.S. Department of Justice (“DoJ”) recently spotlighted its Whistleblower Awards Program and Voluntary Self Disclosure (“VSDs”)...more

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DOJ Indictment Signals Increasing Scrutiny of Carbon Credits

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On October 2, 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice indicted Kenneth Newcombe and Tridip Goswami, two former executives at CQC Impact Investors LLC ("CQC"), for allegedly selling fraudulent carbon offset credits to private...more

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CryptoLink - September 2024 Updates

CryptoLink is a compilation of news stories published by outside organizations. Akin aggregates the stories, but the information contained in them does not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of the firm. Akin's...more

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The Commodity Futures Trading Commission Files Its First Actions For Fraud In The Voluntary Carbon Credit Market

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On October 2, 2024, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (“CFTC”) filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York against the former chief executive officer of a carbon credit project...more

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CFTC announces final guidance regarding voluntary carbon credit derivative contracts

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On September 20, 2024, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (“CFTC”) announced that it had approved final guidance (the “Final Guidance”) for designated contract markets (“DCMs”) that list voluntary carbon credit...more

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New CFTC Guidance Signals Need for Better Understanding of Voluntary Carbon Credits Underlying Derivative Contracts, Warning for...

Introduction Designated contract markets (DCMs) and participants in voluntary carbon markets would do well to evaluate new guidance from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) aimed at preventing manipulation of...more

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CFTC Enforcement Takes Aim at Position Limit Violations

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Key Takeaways: •In the last 3 months, the Commodity Futures Exchange Commission (CFTC) has issued 3 orders against firms violating positions limits, totaling $2.3 million in fines. •CFTC position limit rules apply not...more

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CFTC Finalizes Amendments to Exemptions for CPOs and CTAs under Rule 4.7

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The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has adopted amendments to CFTC Rule 4.7, including adjustments to the portfolio requirement financial thresholds in the “qualified eligible person” definition and the...more

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

Financial Markets and Funds Quick Take | Issue 31

Katten's Financial Markets and Funds Quick Take is a monthly newsletter highlighting key noteworthy developments potentially affecting financial markets and funds....more

Paul Hastings LLP

Daily Financial Regulation Update -- Thursday October 17

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October 16, 2024 - New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) issued new guidance to assist regulated entities in addressing and combating cybersecurity risks arising from artificial intelligence....more

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Ep. 2 - The Art of Parallel Investigations (Part 1)

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In the first installment of this two-part interview, host Kevin Muhlendorf sits down with Brian Young, Director of the Whistleblower Office at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CTFC) to discuss the complexities of...more

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Deeper Dive: Preserving Ephemeral Messaging - Capture Data Before Its Ghosts Haunt Your Compliance

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Organizations whose mantra is “We just never delete anything” (i.e., organizations simply retaining all information indefinitely) are now facing headwinds, especially when the information contains personal information. As our...more

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

Bitnomial Exchange Sues SEC, Challenging Agency's Authority Over XRP Futures

Bitnomial Exchange, LLC (Bitnomial), a designated contract market (DCM) registered with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), has launched a legal offensive against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC),...more

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DOJ’s Corporate Whistleblower Pilot Program Hits the Ground Running: Is Your Compliance Program Ready?

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The U.S Department of Justice’s (DOJ or Department) Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program (Pilot Program) has hit the ground running, reportedly triggering more than 100 reports since it went live on August 1, 2024....more

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California to Increase State Pay-to-Play Limit in 2025

Last week, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new law that amends key provisions of the state’s pay-to-play statute which limits political contributions by state and local contractors and their agents....more

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