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Judge Rejects Gemini, CFTC Bid To Overturn $5M Settlement In Bitcoin Futures Case
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Fusion42 · 17 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
A federal judge in Manhattan denied a joint motion by Gemini and the CFTC to vacate a $5 million settlement over allegations of misleading statements related to a Bitcoin futures contract, citing failure to meet legal standards. This ruling highlights that shifts in the US administration's crypto enforcement policies do not automatically void existing settlements.
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You face a clear message that past crypto enforcement deals remain binding despite new political priorities. If your startup handles crypto compliance, this ruling closes the door on undoing penalties by banking on shifts in government stance.
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