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SEC Delays Regulation Crypto Vote as U.S. Rules Stay Unclear
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Fusion42 · 17 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The SEC delayed its planned vote on the Regulation Crypto framework, which would have started the process for exemptions on crypto fundraising under securities laws. No new rules are in effect yet, leaving crypto companies under current securities regulations while Congressional legislation remains stalled.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 13 sources have reported it between 7 Aug 2026 and 17 Aug 2026.
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You face prolonged regulatory uncertainty in US crypto fundraising as no safe harbour emerges yet. Plan your capital raise or product launch assuming current securities rules remain fully enforceable for months.
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13 sources · first reported 7 Aug 2026 · latest 17 Aug 2026
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