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CFTC chair says agency will move forward on crypto regulation if CLARITY fails
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Fusion42 · 20 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
CFTC Chair Michael Selig signaled that the agency will proceed with crypto regulations even if the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act does not pass Congress, directing staff to enable crypto asset trading on a leveraged or margined basis and explore developer protections. The move aligns with the SEC's recent proposed digital asset rules and highlights regulatory momentum despite stalled legislation.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 2 sources have reported it between 18 Aug 2026 and 20 Aug 2026.
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You face a US crypto regulation push that won't wait for Congress. Push your compliance and market strategy now or risk falling behind as the CFTC sets new rules independently.
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2 sources · first reported 18 Aug 2026 · latest 20 Aug 2026
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