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CFTC Chair Says Trump Administration Is Developing First National Crypto Roadmap

In a May 13, 2026 interview, CFTC (U.S. derivatives regulator) Chair Mike Selig said Trump is the "crypto president" and linked Bitcoin futures to a landmark policy milestone.

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Summary

CFTC (U.S. derivatives regulator) Chair Mike Selig said on May 13, 2026 that the Trump administration is developing what he described as the first national crypto roadmap. In an interview with Mark Moss, Selig also said Trump is the "crypto president." He added that the introduction of Bitcoin futures was a landmark achievement. Bitcoin futures are derivatives contracts that let traders gain exposure to Bitcoin’s price without holding the asset directly, and their launch is widely viewed as an important step in integrating crypto into regulated financial markets.

Terms & Concepts
  • CFTC: The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is the U.S. regulator that oversees derivatives markets, including futures and certain crypto-related products.
  • Bitcoin futures: Futures contracts tied to Bitcoin’s price, allowing market participants to trade or hedge exposure without directly owning Bitcoin.
  • National crypto roadmap: A government policy framework that outlines priorities, rules, and coordination for digital asset oversight and development.