CFTC Approves Coinbase as a Derivatives Clearing Organization
- —CFTC approved Coinbase's DCO application on Sept. 28, 2026
- —Approval covers fully collateralized futures, options on futures and swaps
- —No specific markets or underlying assets were certified
- —Paves the way for USDC-collateralized futures with Nodal Clear and perps
Why it matters: Coinbase can now clear derivatives without third-party intermediaries, strengthening its hand against venues that outsource clearing.
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