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SEC Proposes New Rules to Govern the Issuance and Sale of Certain Crypto Assets
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Fusion42 · 26 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The SEC has proposed new rules called Regulation Crypto Assets to govern the offer and sale of certain crypto assets in the US, aiming to clarify regulatory treatment, provide exemptions for fundraising, and preempt state securities laws to foster innovation and reduce offshore migration.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 35 sources have reported it between 11 Aug 2026 and 26 Aug 2026.
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The SEC's new rules clear a regulatory path for crypto asset issuers to raise capital with exemptions and safe harbors, opening US market access now closed by uncertainty. You need to review your fundraising plans to fit these exemptions before the October 20 comment deadline.
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35 sources · first reported 11 Aug 2026 · latest 26 Aug 2026
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