CFTC Clarifies Rules for Using Crypto as Collateral

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The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has provided new guidance on how crypto can be used as collateral in derivatives markets. The update comes as part of an ongoing pilot program, outlining requirements for firms to report usage, manage risk, and properly value digital assets like Bitcoin and Ether.

Initially, only Bitcoin, Ether, and stablecoins will be accepted, with strict reporting and risk controls in place. The move reflects growing acceptance of crypto within traditional finance, while still emphasizing caution and regulatory oversight during the early stages of adoption.

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Commodity Futures Trading Commission finally letting crypto into the room, but only if it behaves