- The CFTC will host a CEO Forum with firms like Coinbase and Ripple to discuss a pilot program for tokenized non-cash collateral.
- Acting Chairman Caroline Pham highlighted the program as part of the U.S.’s push to lead in digital asset innovation.
- The program builds on recommendations to expand non-cash collateral through distributed ledger technology.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is set to host a CEO Forum featuring top industry leaders from firms like Circle, Coinbase, Crypto.com, and Ripple. The forum will focus on the launch of the CFTC’s pilot program aimed at integrating tokenized non-cash collateral, including stablecoins, into digital asset markets. Further details will be announced once finalized.
A Groundbreaking Initiative
“I’m excited to announce this groundbreaking initiative for U.S. digital asset markets,” said Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham. She emphasized the CFTC’s commitment to responsible innovation and reiterated the Trump administration’s promise to position America as a leader in digital finance and economic opportunity.
Pilot Program for Regulatory Clarity
Acting Chairman Pham has previously pushed for the pilot program as a U.S. regulatory sandbox—designed to offer clearer guidelines for digital asset markets while maintaining strong guardrails. The CFTC has a history of success with similar pilot initiatives dating back to the 1990s.
Last year, the CFTC’s Global Markets Advisory Committee recommended expanding the use of non-cash collateral through distributed ledger technology. This new pilot program is expected to build on that recommendation, fostering both innovation and regulatory structure for digital finance in the U.S.
