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Trump agencies to set crypto policy as bill stalls, limiting industry's gains
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Fusion42 · 21 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
With the Clarity Act stalled in the U.S. Senate, crypto regulation is shifting to the Trump-era Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), who are expected to issue new rules. However, these regulatory efforts face challenges, including potential reversal by future administrations and increased scrutiny under a possible Democrat-controlled Congress.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 3 sources have reported it between 18 Aug 2026 and 20 Aug 2026.
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You face a changing crypto regulatory environment as Trump-appointed commissioners at SEC and CFTC take control with unclear and potentially short-lived rules. Prepare for abrupt shifts and court challenges that could undo today's regulatory gains, making political and legal agility vital.
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3 sources · first reported 18 Aug 2026 · latest 20 Aug 2026
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