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Paul Atkins Says SEC Will End 'Grey of Uncertainty' Around Crypto — New Proposal Puts ...
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Fusion42 · 2 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
SEC Chair Paul Atkins announced a new proposal to create a clear regulatory framework for cryptocurrency custody, addressing the regulatory uncertainty for investment advisers and funds. The rules would also allow self-custody under certain conditions and enable state trust companies to hold crypto assets, aiming to remove barriers to cryptocurrency investment advice.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 10 sources have reported it between 22 Sep 2026 and 3 Oct 2026.
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You need to rethink your custody solutions now that the SEC is clearing the path for compliant crypto custody and self-custody options. This shift opens new doors for advisers and funds who struggled with unclear crypto regulations before.
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10 sources · first reported 22 Sep 2026 · latest 3 Oct 2026
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