Today, the Division of Clearing and Risk (DCR) of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC or Commission) issued a Staff Advisory on Review of Risks Associated with Expansion of DCO Clearing of Digital Assets (Staff Advisory). The Staff Advisory acknowledges the introduction of innovative changes including novel financial products and platforms and new market participants operating in our regulated markets in recent years. The Staff Advisory further acknowledges that careful evaluation may reveal heightened risks associated with certain clearing activities, particularly clearing activities in digital assets or ... (full story)