The Administrator is launching a consultation on proposed changes to the CF Spot Rate Methodology Guide relating to CF Dogecoin-Dollar Spot Rate (DOGEUSD_RTI).

The proposed methodology changes mean that product providers that replicate or utilize the CF Spot Rate Methodology Guide and affected Spot Rate may need to factor the changes into their processes and products when transacting in instruments that are linked to the index. The financial value of contracts, instruments and funds that directly reference or are settled using this index may be impacted by the proposed changes.
The Administrator proposes to implement the changes to the CF Spot Rate Methodology Guide at approximately 10:00 London Time on May 18th, 2026.
The consultation will begin on April 24th, 2026, and end on May 08th, 2026, at 16:00 London time. All responses will be treated confidentially in accordance with the Administrator’s policies and procedures. The consultation will be overseen by the CF Oversight Fucntion, in accordance with UK BMR.
In case of any questions or queries please do not hesitate to contact [email protected].
Any users wishing to file a complaint regarding this consultation process can do so confidentially by writing to [email protected].
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