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SEC Preps Overhaul of Crypto Custody Rules for Investment Firms

Published

26 August 2026

Topic

operational-macro

Sectors

Fintech

Geography

United States

Source

Read at news.bloomberglaw.com

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Fusion42 · 26 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

The US SEC has sent a proposal to the White House to update rules governing the custody of crypto assets by investment advisers and investment companies, signalling a regulatory push despite stalled legislation.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 8 sources have reported it between 18 Aug 2026 and 26 Aug 2026.

◆ The Wire takeaway

Crypto custody rules are tightening in the US ahead of Congress action. You must prepare compliance and client messaging now to avoid disruption.

Coverage

8 sources · first reported 18 Aug 2026 · latest 26 Aug 2026

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Fintechseccryptoregulationinvestment-adviserscustody-rules