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Panel raises cybersecurity and data needs for regulators as markets grow more complex

2772155 · March 26, 2025
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Witnesses and members told the House Agriculture Committee that the CFTC faces significant cyber threats and needs technical capabilities and staff to monitor markets in real time; some witnesses urged offensive capabilities against state‑sponsored cyber attackers.

WASHINGTON — Committee members and witnesses discussed cybersecurity risks to market infrastructure and the need for stronger data analytics and staff resources at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.

Former Chairman Christopher Giancarlo said during his tenure the agency faced frequent cyber attacks and…

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