The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has officially announced the initiation of a groundbreaking pilot program focused on digital assets, which will permit the use of popular cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ether, and USD Coin (USDC) as acceptable forms of collateral. This innovative move aims to enhance the regulatory framework surrounding digital currencies and facilitate greater participation in the evolving financial landscape.
source: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2025/12/08/cftc-launches-digital-assets-pilot-allowing-bitcoin-ether-usdc-as-collateral