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Polymarket Wins CFTC Approval, Expands U.S. Operations

9/6/2025

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Polymarket has gained CFTC approval to resume operations in the U.S. following federal investigations.
CEO Shayne Coplan confirmed the approval through a no-action letter from the CFTC.
The platform acquired QCX, a CFTC-licensed derivatives exchange, to support its U.S. entry.
In July 2025, Polymarket launched over 11,500 new markets, a 44% increase from June.
The CFTC's decision eases compliance for specific event contracts, enabling regulated trading.

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Story summary

Polymarket has gained CFTC approval to resume operations in the U.S. following federal investigations.
CEO Shayne Coplan confirmed the approval through a no-action letter from the CFTC.
The platform acquired QCX, a CFTC-licensed derivatives exchange, to support its U.S. entry.
In July 2025, Polymarket launched over 11,500 new markets, a 44% increase from June.
The CFTC's decision eases compliance for specific event contracts, enabling regulated trading.