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Crypto Industry Points to SEC and CFTC After CLARITY Setback
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Fusion42 · 17 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
The Senate blocked the CLARITY Act, which would have provided a legislative foundation for crypto market structure, leaving regulatory authority to be exercised by the SEC and CFTC through agency rulemaking. Industry leaders warn this creates regulatory uncertainty and dependence on agency discretion rather than durable statutory law.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 26 sources have reported it between 3 Aug 2026 and 29 Sep 2026.
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The refusal to pass the CLARITY Act leaves you relying on shifting SEC and CFTC rules that can be rewritten with agency leadership changes. Start working with regulators now to shape your compliance approach before new rules unsettle your market plans.
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26 sources · first reported 3 Aug 2026 · latest 29 Sep 2026
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