CFTC appoints David Miller as enforcement director

David Miller is the new CFTC Enforcement Director, marking a stronger focus on digital asset oversight and market integrity as the agency expands its crypto regulation role.

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has named David Miller as its new Director of Enforcement, signaling a strategic shift toward stronger oversight of digital assets and cryptocurrency markets. Miller, a former federal prosecutor with deep experience in financial crimes and digital asset regulation, is expected to enhance the agency’s enforcement capabilities. His appointment comes as the CFTC expands its jurisdiction over digital assets, prediction markets, and emerging trading platforms, amid ongoing legislative efforts to broaden its authority. The agency, which recently faced staffing challenges, is now prioritizing recruitment and resource expansion. Miller’s leadership underscores the CFTC’s commitment to market integrity and proactive enforcement, with a focus on combating fraud, abuse, and manipulation. Industry experts anticipate that Miller’s expertise will drive more rigorous enforcement actions in the evolving digital asset landscape.