U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission Seeks Public Comment on Prediction Market Regulation

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The U.S. CFTC issued a proposed rule notification to solicit public comments on prediction market trading contracts to promote responsible innovation in the derivatives market. The notice addresses statutory principles, regulatory application, and cost-benefit considerations. The public may submit written comments within 45 days.

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2026-03-13 01:29:34

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Investing.com – The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) released a notice of proposed rulemaking on Thursday, seeking public feedback on potential revisions or new regulations for event contracts used in prediction markets.

Chairman Michael S. Selig stated that this move represents a step forward in promoting responsible innovation in the derivatives market. He added that the process aims to establish new rules based on a reasonable interpretation of the Commodity Exchange Act, while reaffirming the CFTC’s exclusive jurisdiction over prediction markets.

The notice solicits comments on multiple areas, including the application of statutory core principles and commission regulations in prediction markets. It also asks which types of event contracts might be prohibited due to public interest concerns, as well as cost-benefit considerations related to prediction markets.

The commission plans to use the feedback received to guide future agency actions regarding prediction markets, which may include rulemaking.

Written comments must be submitted within 45 days of the notice’s publication in the Federal Register. The public can submit comments through the CFTC’s public comment portal.

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