CoinDesk · 20 Oct, 21:12 · Finance briefing

U.S. CFTC sets agenda for AI forum, exploring trading and agentic finance

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission has outlined the agenda for its upcoming artificial intelligence forum. The regulatory body intends to explore the integration of AI within trading systems and the emerging concept of agentic finance. This initiative signals a focused effort to understand how autonomous AI agents might influence market dynamics and operational efficiency. The forum aims to facilitate dialogue between regulators, industry experts, and technology developers regarding the practical applications and potential risks of these advanced systems in financial markets.

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