CFTC Clears Path for Spot Crypto Trading on Regulated Platforms for the First Time

Dec 5, 2025 - 12:00
CFTC Clears Path for Spot Crypto Trading on Regulated Platforms for the First Time
The CFTC has approved spot crypto trading on federally supervised exchanges, marking a major shift in how digital assets are regulated in the US. The decision introduces stronger oversight, clearer protections, and higher operational standards for exchanges. Industry leaders say the move will reshape institutional participation and bring the spot crypto market closer to traditional financial systems.