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SEC's Atkins backs Clarity Act but says agency will keep pushing crypto rules without it

Published

14 September 2026

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regulatory

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Fintech

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United States

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Fusion42 · 15 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

SEC Chair Paul Atkins supports the Clarity Act to clarify crypto regulation but confirms the SEC will continue advancing its own crypto rules focused on issuance, transfer agent modernization, and custody even if the bill fails.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 28 sources have reported it between 10 Aug 2026 and 4 Nov 2026.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You need to plan for regulatory changes from the SEC regardless of whether the Clarity Act passes. Your compliance approach must include anticipated new rules on issuance, custody, and transfer agents that will unfold on the SEC's timeline.

◆ Coverage

28 sources · first reported 10 Aug 2026 · latest 4 Nov 2026

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