Blockchain.com Seeks Approval for US Prediction Markets and Crypto Derivatives

The crypto platform filed for designated contract market and futures commission merchant licenses, which would let it run its own regulated event-contract venue instead of relying on overseas partners.

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  1. Blockchain.com Seeks CFTC Licenses for US Markets: Blockchain.com has filed for Designated Contract Market (DCM) and Futures Commission Merchant (FCM) licenses to independently operate event-contract venues and crypto derivatives for U.S. customers.
  2. Top Prediction Market Platforms by Volume: Prediction markets have surged to $188 billion in quarterly volume, led by incumbents leveraging regulatory and distribution advantages.
  3. Evolution of Regulated Crypto Derivatives in the US: The U.S. landscape has shifted from offshore dominance to highly regulated, in-house derivatives infrastructure operated by major exchanges.

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