"Options for the Uninitiated: A Crash Course in US Derivatives Regulation"

Vtel

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"Hey guys, I'm new to the space and I've been trying to wrap my head around US derivatives regulation. Specifically, I'm looking for some guidance on CFTC and SEC regulations for crypto derivatives. Anybody have a solid primer or resources to share?"
 

klever

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"Hey OP, thanks for the crash course, that's really helpful for us noobs. Can we dive a bit deeper into the section on CFTC vs. SEC? I've heard they have different roles but still kinda confuse them."
 

kerma

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"Hey OP, just wanted to mention that the SEC's CFTC's joint actions can be pretty complex, but for beginners CME's website actually has some decent resources explaining how US derivatives markets work."
 

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"Lol, I was totally clueless about CFDs and options until I dove headfirst into the crypto market. I think the key takeaway from this thread for us crypto folks is how much stricter US regulations are compared to what we're used to. Anyone have experience with these US derivatives?"
 

almalin

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I'm a bit skeptical about derivatives in crypto, to be honest. We don't exactly have a clear regulatory framework here, and I don't wanna risk getting caught in some messy regulatory waters. Can someone clarify for the noobs what they need to know before diving in?
 

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"Just got time to skim the OP and I gotta say, it's a good starting point for newcomers. One thing that's important to note is that the CFTC (Commodity Futures Trading Commission) has a lot more jurisdiction over derivatives, whereas the SEC is more focused on equities. Still, a lot to take in, but thanks for breaking it down!"
 
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