CFTC opens U.S. stocks to crypto-style futures that never expire

The U.S. stock market is officially becoming a permanent casino with the arrival of "Equity Perps." These crypto-style contracts allow you to bet on stock prices forever without ever owning the asset. While regulators argue this provides "risk management" and keeps traders from using offshore sites, it effectively invites indefinite, high-stakes speculation into traditional markets. Is this a vital financial evolution, or just a dangerous invitation to gamble? What’s your take?
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