CFTC to Explore 24/7 Trading of Derivatives
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On October 29, 2026, the CFTC announced that it will hold an industry roundtable on December 15 to discuss the feasibility of transitioning derivatives markets to around-the-clock (24/7) trading. Topics will include overnight trading, tokenization, related infrastructure and staffing needs, as well as operational readiness. The meeting will be open to the public and livestreamed on CFTC.gov; the detailed agenda, speakers, and registration information will be announced later. At present, the CFTC has not released further arrangements for or discussion results from the roundtable.
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CFTC will hold an industry roundtable on Dec. 15 to discuss the feasibility of shifting derivatives markets to 24/7 trading. The meeting will explore overnight trading, tokenization, infrastructure and staffing needs, and operational readiness, and will be open to the public and livestreamed on CFTC.gov; the agenda, speakers, and registration information will be announced later.
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