The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has issued a Request for Information to identify regulations, guidance, orders, no-action letters and other CFTC regulatory items that may unduly impede fintech firms from partnering with federally regulated institutions. The review also seeks to pinpoint items that could be amended to streamline application processes for eligible fintech firms. The request is intended to support the Commission’s obligations under Executive Order 14405 and to help determine which existing CFTC regulatory items could be updated to facilitate innovation and competition for fintech firms. The comment period will remain open for 21 days after the request is published in the Federal Register.
Commodity Futures Trading Commission2026-06-16
Commodity Futures Trading Commission seeks input on rules that may hinder fintech partnerships and application streamlining
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has launched a Request for Information on CFTC rules and related measures that may hinder fintech firms from partnering with federally regulated institutions. It is also seeking input on changes that could streamline application processes for eligible fintech firms. Comments will be accepted for 21 days after Federal Register publication.