Bitcoin & Ethereum Cleared as Collateral Under New CFTC Program
BTC +0.04% • ETH +1.62% • USDC +0.03%
The CFTC just opened a major gateway for crypto in U.S. derivatives markets with a new pilot program allowing BTC, ETH, and $USDC to be used as regulated collateral.
▫ The initiative provides a clear framework for tokenized collateral, boosting regulatory certainty and market confidence.
▫ Part of the CFTC’s broader “Crypto Sprint” strategy to integrate digital assets into mainstream financial infrastructure.
▫ Futures commission merchants can now accept $BTC , $ETH & USDC as margin — with strict weekly reporting and segregation rules.
▫ Guidance also covers tokenized Treasuries and money-market assets, detailing custody, valuation, and legal enforceability standards.
▫ Acting Chair Caroline Pham calls this move a step into “America’s Golden Age of Innovation and Crypto.”
▫ Tokenized collateral is expected to improve capital efficiency and support continuous, weekend-aligned trading.
▫ The CFTC simultaneously withdrew outdated restrictions, clearing previous barriers tied to virtual-currency collateral.
Final Take
A regulated pathway for tokenized collateral is now live — a shift that could accelerate institutional adoption and strengthen market oversight across U.S. derivatives markets.
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