CFTC uses AI for market surveillance

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is integrating artificial intelligence tools to enhance its market surveillance capabilities and streamline regulatory processes. Chairman Michael S. Selig announced plans to utilize AI for reviewing registration applications and monitoring trading activities. The agency is actively training staff on tools like Microsoft's Copilot and developing proprietary AI solutions. This initiative aims to modernize the CFTC's operations, improve efficiency, and strengthen oversight within the financial markets it regulates.