BTC and ETH are primary assets under consideration for listing.
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, led by Acting Chairman Caroline Pham, has opened a public comment period exploring the listing of leveraged digital assets on registered futures platforms, closing August 18, 2025.
This shift could redefine U.S. crypto trading, expanding beyond derivatives and opening doors for institutional and retail participation in Bitcoin and Ethereum spot contracts.
The CFTC has taken steps to solicit public input on the possibility of allowing leveraged digital assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum on futures trading platforms. This initiative is part of Caroline Pham’s effort to modernize regulatory practices. The agency’s move has received attention from various stakeholders within the crypto community.
Immediate changes could be transformative, enabling a wider range of asset exposure on regulated U.S. platforms. The impact extends to both institutional and retail market participants, possibly altering liquidity and trading volumes. By allowing leveraged spot crypto assets on CFTC-registered venues, the stage is set for enhanced market dynamics.
“We are dedicated to regulatory modernization and investing in market surveillance technology.” – Caroline Pham, Acting Chairman, CFTC, CFTC Press Release
Did you know? In prior CFTC regulatory advances, when Bitcoin and Ethereum futures launched on regulated U.S. platforms, there was an observed increase in trading volumes and institutional adoption, setting a precedent for current proposals.
According to CoinMarketCap, Bitcoin (BTC) trades at $115,311.22, with a market cap exceeding $2.29 trillion, maintaining a 60.66% market dominance. The 24-hour trading volume reached approximately $54.85 billion, reflecting a 12.70% change. Its price has shown a 19.80% increase over the last 90 days.
The Coincu research team notes that the CFTC’s focus on regulatory clarity could fundamentally shift U.S. crypto markets, potentially increasing transparency and reducing volatility. CFTC Announces Action Against Violations of Commodity Exchange Act highlights the agency’s ongoing efforts to regulate effectively. Technological adoption and institutional interest are expected to rise, influenced by prospective regulatory modifications allowing for leveraged digital asset trading.
