Blockchain.com Files for CFTC Licenses to Offer Regulated Crypto Derivatives in the U.S.
Blockchain.com has filed applications with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) seeking registration as a Futures Commission Merchant and designation as a Designated Contract Market. If approved, these licenses would enable Blockchain.com to offer regulated crypto derivatives such as futures and options, along with prediction market contracts, directly to U.S. retail and institutional customers through its platform. The move aims to consolidate fragmented trading experiences by providing an integrated app for managing digital assets and trading on various markets under CFTC oversight. This follows earlier global expansions of self-custodied prediction markets and perpetual futures offerings in eligible international jurisdictions. The company has also secured regulatory approvals from the Malta Financial Services Authority, UK’s Financial Conduct Authority, and a VASP license in the Cayman Islands. Blockchain.com emphasizes its commitment to compliance, security, and transparency while expanding access to new financial products for users who trust their platform.