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No Small Token: The SEC Proposes Regulation Crypto Assets

Published

20 August 2026

Topic

regulatory

◆ Sectors

Fintech

◆ Geography

United States

◆ Source

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Fusion42 · 20 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

The SEC proposed 'Regulation Crypto Assets' introducing a new tailored regulatory framework with two new registration exemptions, principles-based disclosures, and a safe harbor for non-security crypto asset investment contracts. The rules aim to address challenges in applying traditional securities laws to crypto assets and include preemption of state registration for covered investment contracts.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 9 sources have reported it between 18 Aug 2026 and 4 Sep 2026.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You face a new US crypto regulation with exemptions easing fundraises under $75 million but more disclosure duties. This opens the US market if you update your offerings but blocks older risky models.

◆ Coverage

9 sources · first reported 18 Aug 2026 · latest 4 Sep 2026

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