Tag: CFTC

US prediction markets: Risks and regulation ahead

If 2025 marked the breakout year for prediction markets, 2026 is shaping up to be the year of regulatory reckoning. What began as a...

CFTC updates no-action relief on payment stablecoins

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has reissued CFTC Staff Letter 25-40, introducing a targeted but significant update to the definition of a “payment...

Prediction markets and the growing challenge of jurisdiction

As prediction markets continue to move from niche experimentation into mainstream financial discourse, they are creating a new set of challenges for regulators and...

The new urgency behind reconciliation in compliance

Reconciliation has become one of the most important components of compliance, particularly as regulated firms face more complex communication environments and increasing regulatory scrutiny. The...

The rise of prediction markets in FinTech

Prediction markets, also known as event derivatives or binary bets, are becoming increasingly popular among traders. Devexperts, which develops software for capital markets firms, recently...

How Theta Lake harmonises employee engagement with compliance in Workvivo

In the evolving landscape of work, particularly in hybrid and remote settings, tools that enhance connectivity and engagement, like Zoom's Workvivo, are becoming indispensable for fostering a vibrant workplace culture.

CFTC warns of rising AI-facilitated financial frauds

In a crucial update from the CFTC, the OCEO has issued a warning about the growing use of generative AI in fraud schemes. The...

ElectronX raises $10m to drive US renewable energy trading expansion

ElectronX, a financial infrastructure firm focused on electricity derivatives trading, has raised $10m in a strategic investment round.

Financial crime and conduct: Q3 enforcement highlights from Corlytics

Corlytics has released its regulatory enforcement data for Q3, showcasing a surge in regulatory actions, record fines, and a stronger emphasis on senior staff conduct.

Kaizen secures £42m in first external funding round led by Guidepost...

Kaizen has successfully completed its first external funding round, securing a £42m investment from Guidepost Growth Equity. This marks a significant milestone for the...

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