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Rostin Behnam Steps Down as CFTC Chair, Leaving Unfulfilled Crypto Regulatory Plans

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

3 months ago


Rostin Behnam, head of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, will step down by the end of January. His departure marks the end of his tenure, during which he aimed to extend the agency's authority over cryptocurrency markets.

Behnam's Crypto Regulatory Plans

As CFTC chair, Behnam pushed for the commission to become the main regulator of Bitcoin and gain oversight powers over cryptocurrency exchanges. Despite his efforts, legislative changes were not realized. Behnam served as chair for two years, starting in 2021.

Candidates to Replace Behnam

Speculation suggests that two Republican commissioners, Summer Mersinger or Caroline Pham, might be appointed as chair. External candidates being considered include Brian Quintenz, Josh Sterling, and Neal Kumar. The permanent chair must be approved by the Senate.

CFTC's Controversial Crypto Regulation

Under Behnam, the CFTC often took a softer approach to the crypto industry compared to the Securities and Exchange Commission led by Gary Gensler. Despite this, the CFTC filed several lawsuits against crypto firms, including the former exchange FTX.

Behnam's departure leaves questions about the future of crypto regulation in the U.S. A change in leadership could mean shifts in regulatory approaches, especially under the new administration.

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