Federal Register #2026-11854

CFTC Proposed Rulemaking on Prediction Markets and Public Interest Determinations

This opportunity involves a proposed rulemaking by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regarding prediction markets and event contract derivatives. - Government Buyer: - Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is a regulatory action, not a procurement - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being requested or procured - Key Details: - The CFTC is proposing amendments to regulations under 17 CFR Part 40 - Focus is on clarifying which event contracts (prediction markets) may be considered contrary to the public interest and thus prohibited from trading or clearing on CFTC-registered entities - Amendments introduce new factors for public interest determinations and update definitions related to 'gaming' and underlying activities - The CFTC is seeking public comment on these regulatory changes, not soliciting goods or services

Description

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is proposing amendments to its rules concerning event contract derivatives, commonly known as prediction markets. The amendments aim to specify the types of event contracts that may be deemed contrary to the public interest, thus prohibiting their listing for trading or clearing on CFTC-registered entities. The proposal includes factors for the determination, process conforming to the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA), and definitions related to "gaming" and underlying activities. Comments on the proposed rule must be received by July 27, 2026.

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