May 23, 2024
Outcome of Consultation on Proposed Changes to the Index Methodology of certain Benchmarks within the CF Digital Asset Category
The Administrator conducted a consultation concerning proposed changes to the following Sections of the CF Digital Asset Category Index Methodology:
- Section 2.1 – Index Aims
- Section 4.1 – Index Parameter Table (applicable only to the CF Web 3.0 Smart Contract Platforms Index – London and Brazil Variants)
There were no responses to this consultation, nor any queries regarding any aspect of the proposed changes.
The Administrator can now confirm it will implement the proposed changes to the Index Aims and the Index Parameter Table for the following indices:
- CF Web 3.0 Smart Contract Platforms Index – London Variant
- CF Web 3.0 Smart Contract Platforms Index – Brazil Variant
Implementation Date
These changes will be implemented at 11:00 London Time on May 23rd, 2024. This means all constituents of CF Smart Contract Platforms Indices (London and Brazil Variants) will be selected using the new parameters from that date forward.
The CF Cryptocurrency Index Family Oversight Function oversaw this methodology change consultation process.
Questions or queries should be directed to [email protected].
Should any user wish to file a complaint regarding this process, this can be done confidentially by writing to [email protected].
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