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SEC proposes new crypto rules
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Fusion42 · 18 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The U.S. SEC has proposed new rules for the crypto sector including registration exemptions for offerings up to $75 million and a safe harbour to exclude certain crypto assets from securities rules, aiming to improve regulatory clarity and reduce offshore activities.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 22 sources have reported it between 11 Aug 2026 and 22 Aug 2026.
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You gain a new, clearer route to raise capital in the U.S. crypto market with less registration burden. This opens fundraising to startups and larger ventures while shrinking offshore capital flight risks.
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22 sources · first reported 11 Aug 2026 · latest 22 Aug 2026
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