Citadel urges SEC to assert oversight of event contracts tied to public firms

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Citadel Securities urges the SEC to assume direct oversight of equity‑linked event contracts, arguing that the CFTC’s self‑certification process inadequately protects investors and market integrity. The firm cites recent spikes in event‑driven trading volumes and potential conflicts of interest, demanding clearer regulatory jurisdiction, which could reshape derivative supervision and tighten compliance across the securities industry.