Cryptocurrency trading in the United States may soon gain more recognition. Surprisingly, this time it came directly from the head of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
Acting chairwoman Caroline Pham said she is ready to move forward with new rules to allow leveraged cryptocurrency trading as early as next month.
CFTC wants leveraged spot crypto trading
Caroline Pham confirmed that she is actively negotiating with regulated US crypto exchanges. The CFTC hopes to launch leveraged spot crypto products soon. If all goes according to plan, these products will be available starting next month.
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— Caroline D. Pham (@CarolineDPham) November 9, 2025
Leveraged spot trading allows users to purchase assets using borrowed funds. This increases both upside potential and downside risk. In traditional markets, this type of trading is highly regulated. The CFTC is currently aiming to allow this type of transaction in the cryptocurrency industry as well.
The CFTC is also preparing to issue guidelines on how leveraged spot products will work. This follows a major initiative they announced in August. The initiative solicited public feedback on the rules for retail cryptocurrency trading involving leverage, margin, or borrowing.
Right now: 🇺🇸 CFTC Acting Chair Caroline Pham has confirmed that she is pushing for the launch of leveraged spot cryptocurrency trading on U.S. exchanges. pic.twitter.com/ENyOiTI1om
— Bitcoin Magazine (@BitcoinMagazine) November 10, 2025
There is one major limitation that everyone should be aware of. Under the Commodity Exchange Act, leveraged spot cryptocurrency trading is only legal if “actual delivery” occurs within 28 days. If you purchase cryptocurrencies using leverage, you must receive your actual assets within 28 days. If not, the transaction will be illegal. Therefore, exchanges offering these products must design their products to comply with this regulation.
Cryptocurrencies advance despite government shutdown
The U.S. government has been shut down since October 1, and while many government agencies have suspended operations, the CFTC has continued operations. Pham also maintained contact with industry leaders during the shutdown. Nevertheless, senators did not stop debating a new bill regarding the structure of the cryptocurrency market. The SEC also continued its emergency operations. Therefore, despite the slowdown, crypto policy is still moving forward.
CFTC hints at leveraging spot crypto trading on regulated exchanges
The CFTC Acting Chairman confirmed that the CFTC is working with regulated U.S. exchanges to introduce leveraged spot cryptocurrency trading.
This allows traders to leverage directly on the Bitcoin and crypto spot market. pic.twitter.com/DgIjcW8jZP
— CryptosRus (@CryptosR_Us) November 10, 2025
conclusion
The United States may be entering a new era of cryptocurrency trading. If the CFTC is successful, leveraged spot trading could occur as early as next month. This may lead to the introduction of new products, opportunities and associated risks.
Nothing is final yet, but the momentum is real and Caroline Pham has made it clear the US intends to stay in the game.
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