by GarethIconic | Oct 24, 2023 | Cryptocurrency exchange
At their outset, these markets traded futures based exclusively on agricultural commodities such as corn and wheat. They first came under federal regulation in the 1920s; the CFTC was created as an independent agency in 1974. Since the 1970s, futures and options...
by GarethIconic | Oct 24, 2023 | Cryptocurrency exchange
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is a U.S. regulatory agency that oversees futures, options on futures, and swaps markets. It plays a crucial role in maintaining market integrity, protecting investors, and ensuring fair and transparent trading...