On August 20, as industry leaders start to perceive computing power as a tradable commodity, the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has initiated a public call for comments on the potential introduction of computing power futures contracts. Multiple exchanges, such as the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME), Intercontinental Exchange, and the up-and-coming fintech firm Architect Financial Technologies, have all unveiled their intentions to roll out computing power futures contracts, subject to regulatory clearance. These exchanges emphasized that the creation of a futures market for computing power will enable end-users and speculators to mitigate risks associated with energy shortages or other variables that could influence the advancement of artificial intelligence technology. CFTC Chairman Michael Selig remarked in a statement, 'Without a strong derivatives market for computing power, the United States will find it challenging to prevail in the AI competition. This call for comments marks the initial phase in establishing transparent regulations for the US computing power market.' A key aspect of the CFTC's request for public input revolves around understanding how computing power futures differ from other derivatives or underlying commodities currently under the agency's purview. Should computing power futures receive approval for listing on CFTC-regulated exchanges, there will be an added requirement to standardize the various factors influencing computing power prices, including the price indices utilized for settlement purposes.