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Washington Goes All-In on Crypto: Trump Pushes Clarity, SEC Rules, and CFTC Warnings
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Fusion42 · 22 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
President Trump strongly urged Congress to pass a bipartisan Clarity Act to provide clearer crypto regulation while the CFTC warned it would act unilaterally if legislation stalls. Simultaneously, the SEC proposed new crypto fundraising rules with conditional safe harbors to ease registration requirements.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 16 sources have reported it between 3 Aug 2026 and 22 Aug 2026.
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Your crypto startup must act fast as US regulators are setting new rules and threatening independent action if Congress stalls. Prioritise engagement with policymakers and prepare for swift compliance to capture emerging market opportunities.
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16 sources · first reported 3 Aug 2026 · latest 22 Aug 2026
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