U.S. SEC adds three crypto rule proposals to 2026 agenda

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission announced three major crypto‑related rule proposals in its 2026 regulatory agenda. The proposals cover (1) the offer and sale of crypto assets, introducing possible exemptions and safe‑harbor provisions; (2) broker‑dealer financial responsibility, capital and record‑keeping rules tailored to crypto activities; and (3) amendments to Exchange Act rules to govern crypto trading on alternative trading systems and national exchanges. SEC Chair Paul Atkins said the measures aim to provide market certainty, facilitate capital formation, encourage innovation and protect investors, echoing President Donald Trump’s goal of making the United States the world’s crypto capital. The agency plans to publish formal notice of proposed rulemaking in July, after an internal meeting on the agenda. The rulemaking effort runs alongside congressional debate on the CLARITY Act, which would split crypto oversight between the SEC and the CFTC, with a Senate vote expected in early August.