BREAKING: CFTC Introduces New Capital Rules for Crypto in Futures Trading
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued new guidance outlining capital requirements for cryptocurrencies used by futures firms.
According to the update:
Bitcoin and Ethereum will carry a 20% capital charge Payment stablecoins will have a lower 2% capital charge Key Highlights:
Futures firms using the no-action process must file through WinJammer For the first three months, only Bitcoin, Ethereum, and payment stablecoins can be accepted from customers Swap dealers are not allowed to use crypto as margin for uncleared swaps However, clearinghouses can accept crypto as initial margin for cleared trades, if risk standards are met
🚨 BREAKING: Major Security Threat Detected in Crypto Ecosystem
Cybersecurity analysts have uncovered a new wave of coordinated attacks targeting users of Bitcoin and Ethereum wallets.
The attack campaigns are reportedly using advanced wallet-draining malware, phishing infrastructure, and malicious smart contracts to steal user funds in real time.