According to CoinMeta, blockchain company blockchain.com is seeking to establish a regulated derivatives business in the United States, planning to incorporate cryptocurrency futures, options, and prediction markets into its existing digital asset services. The company announced on October 13 that it had submitted two registration applications to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). If approved, this would allow blockchain.com to operate a derivatives market. blockchain.com has not yet determined the initial contracts, clearing arrangements, or the specific structure of the U.S. products. The company is applying for two different types of regulatory licenses, with the aim of controlling the customer trading experience. This move will introduce additional compliance responsibilities, as derivatives exchanges will need to supervise trading activities and enforce market rules. blockchain.com has not yet announced a clearing partner or described how its proposed business will operate.