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The SEC's Long-Awaited Crypto Proposal

Published

25 August 2026

Topic

operational-macro

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Fintech

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United States

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Read at mondaq.com →

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Fusion42 · 25 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

The SEC proposed Regulation Crypto Assets (Reg CA) to create a specialized securities framework for crypto assets featuring safe harbors from investment contracts, tailored capital-raising exemptions including a startup and fundraising exemption, and federal preemption of certain state securities laws.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 42 sources have reported it between 11 Aug 2026 and 4 Oct 2026.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Your US crypto startup can now plan capital raises under a clearer, purpose-built SEC regime and target safe exits from securities status. Expect faster access to retail investors and fewer state law hurdles but tighter ongoing disclosures.

◆ Coverage

42 sources · first reported 11 Aug 2026 · latest 4 Oct 2026

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FintechSECcrypto-regulationinvestment-contractscapital-raisingexemptions