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CFTC Guidance

Definition

CFTC Guidance refers to the official statements, advisories, and interpretations issued by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. This agency regulates commodity futures and options markets in the United States. Its guidance clarifies how existing regulations apply to novel financial products, including various digital assets. These pronouncements help market participants understand their obligations and permissible activities. Such directives are vital for operational compliance within the derivatives space.