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CFTC Submits Crypto and Swap Rules to White House OIRA for Review

Regulatory filings show the CFTC submitted three items covering crypto asset markets, event contracts, and gambling product exclusions.

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The CFTC submitted a prerule package on crypto asset transactions and markets to OIRA on Sept. 17 .

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On Sept. 28, the regulator submitted two swap definitions covering event contracts and casino gambling exclusions .

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All three pending actions are classified as not economically significant under E.O. 12866 with no legal deadlines .

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Context

The CFTC has pursued clearer rulemaking definitions regarding financial contracts, event-based derivatives, and digital asset markets.

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Why it matters

Market participants operating prediction platforms, swap execution facilities, and crypto asset trading venues face incoming regulatory definitions.

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What to watch

OIRA completion of the regulatory review process and subsequent release of the formal rulemaking texts.

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