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CFTC Appoints DJ Hennes to Lead Market Participants Division

Wednesday / 05/20/2026, 08:52 EST

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has appointed DJ Hennes as director of its Market Participants Division, effective immediately. Hennes brings expertise in crypto assets and prediction markets.

Bitcoin Faces Volatility and Declines Over 12 Percent This Year

Wednesday / 05/20/2026, 06:44 EST

Bitcoin has fallen over 12% this year, trading below $77,000. The decline follows a record high of $126,000 in 2025. Regulatory and macroeconomic factors continue to influence the market.