The CFTC proposed rule amendments that would codify its process for terminating exemptive relief granted to foreign firms offering futures and options to U.S. customers.

President Donald J. Trump imposed sanctions against the Supreme Leader of Iran in response to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' recent "malicious regional activities."

The CFTC awarded approximately $2.5 million to an individual whistleblower for information provided in connection with a CFTC action. Notwithstanding the high nominal amount, the award was reduced to reflect a delay by the whistleblower in reporting the violation to the CFTC.

SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce expressed concern regarding the accuracy of experts' criteria for assessing a company's environmental, social and governance factors.

The SEC, CFTC and UK Financial Conduct Authority intend to target "opportunistic strategies" in the credit derivatives markets, according to a Joint Statement.