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CFTC proposes treating event contracts as swaps while excluding casino gambling

Crypto Briefing·October 9, 2026·1 min read
CFTC proposes treating event contracts as swaps while excluding casino gambling

The CFTC proposed treating event contracts as swaps while excluding casino gambling. This proposal could enhance regulatory clarity, potentially boosting market confidence and influencing the future of event-based trading. The move aims to distinguish between financial derivatives and gambling activities.

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