Recent CFTC advisories from March and July 2026 clarified Regulation 40.2 procedures, requiring DCMs to submit detailed settlement methodologies, data sources, and core-principles analysis for event contracts rather than broad templates. A June 2026 proposed rulemaking defined “gaming” and outlined public-interest factors that generally permit aggregate sports outcomes like final scores or team statistics settled on objective league data. These steps reduced prior uncertainty, prompting targeted filings by platforms such as Kalshi while competitive dynamics push other DCMs to expand offerings ahead of major tournaments. Incentive-program guidance issued in August further shapes submission practices. Traders watch for specific self-certifications tied to verifiable sports events before year-end, as last-minute filings or rule finalization could shift activity.