According to CoinMeta, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) plans to hold its first Alternative Finance Forum on October 28, 2026, focusing on artificial intelligence and alternative finance. The purpose of this forum is to provide CFTC staff with direct contact with the builders, users, and researchers who shape these markets. CFTC Chair Michael Selliger stated that with the rapid development of market technologies, it is essential to communicate directly with relevant parties in order to better understand this rapidly changing field. This forum is not a rule-making process, but rather a discussion platform aimed at helping regulators understand a market environment that evolves faster than traditional regulatory approaches.