The CFTC is reviewing regulations, licensing requirements, and guidance that may restrict fintech and crypto innovation. Crypto, blockchain, and DeFi firms are invited to identify barriers to
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission launched a broad review of its regulatory framework on Tuesday, seeking public input on rules that may be slowing innovation across crypto, blockchain, and financial technology. The agency issued a Request for Information to identify regulations, guidance, licensing requirements, and no-action letters that could restrict fintech firms from partnering with regulated institutions or entering U.S. derivatives markets. The review follows President Donald Trump’s Executive Order 14405.
According to the CFTC, the review aims to identify regulatory requirements that may no longer fit modern financial technology businesses. The agency specifically wants feedback on rules that create obstacles for fintech firms seeking partnerships with CFTC-regulated entities.
At the same time, the Commission is examining whether registration processes can become more efficient. The review covers firms seeking approval as futures commission merchants, swap dealers, designated contract markets, clearing organizations, swap execution facilities, commodity pool operators, and commodity trading advisors.
Notably, the comment period will remain open for 21 days after publication in the Federal Register. The agency said responses could help identify regulatory items that require updates to support innovation and competition.
Beyond traditional finance companies, the consultation also targets blockchain businesses, digital asset firms, and decentralized finance projects. The CFTC asked whether existing registration categories properly accommodate emerging technologies and modern business models.
In addition, the agency requested feedback on whether certain registration requirements remain unnecessarily broad. Stakeholders can also identify specific rules, guidance documents, exemptive orders, or staff no-action letters that deserve amendment or withdrawal.
The Commission further asked whether current frameworks create barriers between fintech firms and regulated derivatives market participants. As a result, crypto and DeFi firms now have an opportunity to provide direct feedback on market access concerns.
The initiative stems from Executive Order 14405, signed by President Trump on May 19, 2026. The order directs federal financial regulators to review supervisory practices that may hinder innovation, particularly among emerging fintech companies.
Meanwhile, the CFTC noted that the Request for Information is not a rulemaking action. However, the agency said the responses could support future guidance, policy statements, interpretive letters, streamlined licensing procedures, or formal regulatory amendments.
Separately, the Commission recently proposed a framework for prediction markets, reflecting a broader effort to update oversight for evolving financial products and digital asset markets.
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