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SEC and CFTC Submit Regulatory Measures on Cryptocurrencies and Prediction Markets to White House

SEC and CFTC Submit Regulatory Measures on Cryptocurrencies and Prediction Markets to White House

Bloomberg reports that the SEC and CFTC have advanced their regulatory measures on cryptocurrencies and prediction markets to the White House OIRA, marking significant progress under the Trump administration.

Fact Check
The claim is directly supported by a primary report from Bloomberg and detailed secondary reporting from CoinPost. Both agencies (SEC and CFTC) have indeed submitted regulatory measures to the White House OIRA as of early March 2026. The SEC's submission focuses on the application of securities laws to digital assets, while the CFTC's submission addresses prediction markets.
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Summary

The SEC and CFTC have submitted regulatory measures concerning cryptocurrencies and prediction markets to the White House's Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), according to Bloomberg. This marks the most advanced bureaucratic stage for regulatory development under the Trump administration, signaling ongoing government efforts to establish clearer rules for digital assets.

Terms & Concepts
  • SEC: The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, a government agency responsible for enforcing federal securities laws and regulating the securities industry.
  • CFTC: The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, a government agency that regulates commodity futures and options markets, including certain aspects of digital assets.
  • OIRA: The Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, a branch of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget that reviews regulations and ensures they align with policy goals.