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The Future of Derivatives: Powered by Stablecoins?

CFTC Greenlight could reshape global derivatives market and bring digital assets into mainstream finance.

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Austin Hodge
September 24, 2025

In a bold move to reimagine the US financial landscape, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has introduced an initiative to allow stablecoins as tokenized collateral in derivatives markets. Acting Chair Caroline Pham dubbed this development the "killer app" for modernizing financial markets and cutting costs, turning traditional finance on its head by welcoming digital assets into its fold. She argues that non-cash collateral could also turbocharge liquidity across sectors.

Major stablecoin players like Circle, Tether, and Ripple are welcoming the plan, saying it would level the playing field between digital and fiat collateral. The public comment period is open until October 20, inviting industry stakeholders to weigh in on the implementation. While practical details are still being hashed out, this could be a turning point — not just for crypto markets, but for the broader question of how tokenized assets and traditional finance converge.

Let's dive in!

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  • Kraken to list Ethena Labs' USDe stablecoin, marking first US exchange presence. — Read More

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