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CFTC Proposes Federal Registration for Leverage Crypto Exchanges
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has proposed a federal registration option for cryptocurrency exchanges that offer leveraged, margin, or financing for retail crypto transactions. This proposal aims to create a federal framework for certain crypto venues, with basic spot-trading platforms remaining under state oversight. The proposal is not yet mandatory and is still in its early stages, indicating potential future regulatory developments. Key actors, including U.S. Congress and the Federal Reserve, will play a pivotal role in determining the proposal’s outcome.