The CFTC has acknowledged in its 2026 report that staffing shortages pose a serious risk, particularly at a time when its oversight of crypto assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum is rapidly expanding. A regulator operating with limited resources may find it difficult to effectively monitor markets or enforce compliance, increasing the chances of manipulation and exposing consumers to greater risk. This situation underscores a significant weakness in the United States’ regulatory readiness and could slow progress toward establishing a clear and workable regulatory framework for the crypto industry
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