Lighter’s LIT token climbs over 15% as exchange eyes US license filing
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The perpetual futures exchange plans to file for a CFTC derivatives license next month, while its Robinhood integration keeps drawing attention Lighter ’s LIT token rose more than 15% on October 21, 2026, reaching approximately $3.90. The move came as the perpetual futures exchange said it plans to seek a US license next month. Lighter’s management plans to file for a derivatives license with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) in November 2026. If approval eventually comes, it could open the door to wider institutional access in the US market.
Source: Crypto Briefing
