CFTC commissioner appoints crypto-experienced CME Group director as chief counsel
During his time at the CME Group, Bruce Fekrat regulated crypto reference rates and helped in the development of financial products, including BTC and ETH derivatives.
During his time at the CME Group, Bruce Fekrat regulated crypto reference rates and helped in the development of financial products, including BTC and ETH derivatives.
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