CFTCFinal Rule
Withdrawal of Interpretive Guidance: Retail Commodity Transactions Involving Certain Digital Assets
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Summary
The CFTC (Commodity Futures Trading Commission) is removing old guidance it previously issued about how certain digital assets like cryptocurrencies should be treated in retail trading. This change means businesses and consumers trading in digital assets will need to rely on current rules rather than the outdated guidance the agency is withdrawing.
Key Points
- 1The CFTC is officially canceling interpretive guidance it had given about retail transactions involving certain digital assets
- 2This withdrawal affects how cryptocurrency and other digital asset transactions are regulated and understood under federal law
- 3Businesses that trade digital assets will need to follow current CFTC regulations without relying on the old guidance
- 4The change creates uncertainty for consumers and businesses until new or clarified guidance is issued
- 5This is part of broader regulatory changes in how federal agencies approach digital assets and cryptocurrency oversight
Key Dates
Published
December 16, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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