# Blockchain.com Seeks US Regulatory Approval

> Blockchain.com applies for U.S. licenses to trade event contracts and crypto derivatives.
- Title: Blockchain.com Seeks US Regulatory Approval · Pymnts
- Summary: Blockchain.com applies for U.S. licenses to trade event contracts and crypto derivatives. Blockchain.com filed for CFTC designations to trade event contracts…
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- Source: Pymnts — https://pymnts.com/legal/2026/blockchain-com-seeks-us-approval-for-event-contracts-and-derivatives
- Author: PYMNTS
- Published: 2026-10-09T18:07:56+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: blockchain.com, cftc, designated contract market, futures commission merchant, us regulatory approval, crypto derivatives, event contracts, public offering, business, finance
## Blockchain.com Files for U.S. Licenses
Blockchain.com applied for CFTC licenses to operate as a designated contract market and futures commission merchant in the United States.
## CEO Goals for Digital Asset Management
Blockchain CEO Peter Smith said users should manage digital assets, trade derivatives, and take positions on real-world events without switching apps.
## US Regulatory Progress
Eleven companies filed for DCM licenses this year, with six approved by the CFTC in 2026, according to the report.
## Public Offering Plans
Blockchain.com aims to go public this year, raise $500 million, and secure a valuation between $4 billion and $6 billion.
## Key takeaway

Blockchain.com filed for CFTC designations to trade event contracts and derivatives in the U.S. as part of its path to public listing.