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FinCEN withdraws proposed crypto mixing rule over 'legitimate activity' concerns
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Fusion42 · 5 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
FinCEN has withdrawn two proposed rules including one on crypto mixing services, citing concerns over their impact on legitimate activities and reporting burdens for financial institutions. This move reflects the Trump administration's deregulatory agenda and affects regulation of the crypto sector in the United States.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Crypto & Web3, and 2 sources have reported it.
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You can now approach crypto mixers and unhosted wallet services without the heavy compliance burden FinCEN planned. The door is open to operating more freely, but expect scrutiny shifts from enforcement to new regulatory priorities.
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