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Blockchain.com Seeks US Approval for Derivatives and Prediction Markets

Blockchain.com is pursuing CFTC registrations for a proposed US derivatives and prediction-market offering aimed at retail and institutional customers.

Blockchain.com Seeks US Approval for Derivatives and Prediction Markets

Blockchain.com is seeking regulatory approval to offer derivatives and prediction markets in the United States, according to The Defiant.

The company is pursuing both exchange and futures-broker registrations with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).

The proposed US service would target retail and institutional customers. It remains subject to regulatory approval.

Source: The Defiant

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