; (B) serve as an information platform to inform the Commission about new financial technology innovation; and (C) provide outreach to financial technology innovators to discuss their innovations and the regulatory framework established by this Act and the regulations promulgated thereunder. (3) Director LabCFTC shall have a Director, who shall be appointed by the Commission and serve at the pleasure of the Commission. Notwithstanding section 2(a)(6)(A), the Director shall report directly to the Commission and perform such functions and duties as the Commission may prescribe. (4) Duties LabCFTC shall— (A) advise the Commission with respect to rulemakings or other agency or staff action regarding financial technology; (B) provide internal education and training to the Commission regarding financial technology; (C) advise the Commission regarding financial technology that would bolster the Commission’s oversight functions; (D) engage with academia, students, and professionals on financial technology issues, ideas, and technology relevant to activities under this Act; (E) provide persons working in emerging technology fields with information on the Commission, its rules and regulations, and the role of a registered futures association