Blockchain.com seeks CFTC greenlight for US prediction markets, crypto derivatives trading: CNBC

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What happened

Blockchain.com has applied for DCM and FCM licenses to offer ahead of a planned $500 million IPO.

Key facts

  • Blockchain.com has applied for DCM and FCM licenses to offer ahead of a planned $500 million IPO.
  • Reported by The Block and published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:05:22 UTC.

Why it matters

Digital-asset markets react to catalysts within minutes, and liquidity, ETF flows and regulatory signals are usually what decide whether a move sticks.

What to watch next

  • Whether spot volume and open interest confirm the move
  • Liquidation clusters around the current price
  • ETF flow data and any regulatory follow-up

Coverage timeline

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  6. Blockchain.com seeks CFTC greenlight for US prediction markets, crypto derivatives trading: CNBC

  7. Blockchain.com pursues CFTC approval for prediction markets: CNBC

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