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CFTC Chairman Steps Down in January, New Challenges Await

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

3 months ago


Chairman Rostin Behnam of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced his resignation, effective January 20, with a formal departure date set for February 7.

CFTC Chairman's Resignation

According to Bloomberg, CFTC Chairman Rostin Behnam will step down on January 20, as stated by the agency on Tuesday. His formal departure will be on February 7.

Behnam's Key Achievements

Rostin Behnam became acting chairman in 2021 and was then officially appointed a year later. He advocated for the CFTC to become the primary regulator of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency exchanges while opposing political prediction markets. Behnam stated, "Over the past several years, a multitude of domestic and global events tested the resilience of all financial markets. I am proud that the Commission consistently made deliberate and intentional decisions to ensure continued strength."

New Challenges for the CFTC

The next CFTC chairman will face significant challenges, particularly in regulating digital assets and event contracts. Behnam's efforts to regulate political prediction markets led to criticism and legal disputes, including with Kalshi, a CFTC-regulated exchange.

Rostin Behnam's resignation raises questions about his successor and the future course of CFTC's regulatory initiatives in new markets and asset classes. The incoming chairman will encounter significant challenges amid a shifting financial landscape.

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