On June 27, 2023, the staff of the CFTC issued a request for comment on potential issues that may arise when CFTC-regulated entities, including derivatives clearing organizations, designated contract markets and swap execution facilities, are affiliated with other market participants they are tasked with supervising, including regulated market intermediaries such as futures commission merchants or trading entities. Noting that affiliations between such entities “raise[] questions” regarding, among other things, the carrying out of supervisory responsibilities, potential anti-competitive effects and compliance with financial resources requirements, the staff hopes to better understand these issues and seeks input regarding “possible mitigating measures.” Comments in response to the request are due by August 28, 2023.