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Bitcoin Futures Pioneer Amir Zaidi Returns to CFTC as Chief of Staff

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Shared by Dario • January 01, 2026

Amir Zaidi, a key figure in the introduction of Bitcoin futures to regulated markets, has rejoined the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) as Chief of Staff. His return comes at a critical juncture for cryptocurrency regulation in the United States, signaling a potential shift in the agency's approach.