The Commodity Futures Trading Commission announced the launch of an Innovation Task Force to advance clearer “rules of the road” for firms developing novel products and technologies in U.S. derivatives markets. Working in partnership with the Innovation Advisory Committee, the task force will support the Commission’s development of a regulatory framework covering crypto assets and blockchain technologies, artificial intelligence and autonomous systems, and prediction markets and event contracts. The group is also tasked with coordinating innovation initiatives with other federal agencies, including the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and its Crypto Task Force, and will be led by Michael J. Passalacqua, senior advisor to the Chairman.
Commodity Futures Trading Commission 2026-03-24
Commodity Futures Trading Commission launches Innovation Task Force to shape regulatory framework for crypto, AI and prediction markets
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has launched an Innovation Task Force to establish clearer regulations for novel products and technologies in U.S. derivatives markets. The task force, in collaboration with the Innovation Advisory Committee, will focus on crypto assets, blockchain technologies, artificial intelligence, and prediction markets. It will also coordinate with other federal agencies, including the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.