The CFTC (U.S. derivatives regulator) updated its crypto-related FAQs on September 24, 2026, clarifying how regulated firms can use tokenized assets and blockchain technology for customer funds and required recordkeeping. The guidance addresses tokenized permitted investments held for customers and blockchain-based records under CFTC rules. Tokenized real-world assets reached $46 billion in market capitalization, according to Token Terminal, with funds representing $34.7 billion, or 75.5% of the market. Commodities totaled $7.7 billion and tokenized stocks $3.5 billion. The FAQs were first issued on March 20, 2026, following CFTC Staff Letter 25-39, known as the Tokenized Collateral Guidance, and Staff Letter 26-05, which provided a staff no-action position involving digital assets accepted as margin collateral.