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Former SEC Official: Crypto Rulemaking Can Begin Before CLARITY Act Passage

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14 August 2026

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Crypto & Web3

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United States

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Fusion42 · 14 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

A former US SEC official stated that the Securities and Exchange Commission can start crypto rulemaking efforts before the CLARITY Act is passed by Congress, indicating regulatory movement independent of new legislation.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Crypto & Web3, and 26 sources have reported it between 3 Aug 2026 and 29 Sep 2026.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

US crypto founders face earlier regulatory clarity as the SEC moves on rulemaking without waiting for Congress. You need to prepare your compliance strategy now before new laws officially pass.

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26 sources · first reported 3 Aug 2026 · latest 29 Sep 2026

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