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SEC to consider Regulation Crypto and tokenized stock exemptions
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is preparing to hold an open meeting on August 14, 2026, to consider proposing 'Regulation Crypto.' This framework aims to establish a tailored offering regime for certain crypto-related investment contracts, potentially allowing digital asset projects to raise capital without full securities registration. This move serves as a regulatory response to the U.S. Senate's decision to delay a procedural vote on the CLARITY Act until mid-September.
Key components under consideration include an 'innovation exemption' that could enable 24/7 trading of tokenized stocks on blockchain networks. The SEC is also exploring a startup exemption that might allow projects to operate under a regulatory runway for up to four years as they work toward decentralization. Additionally, the agency may implement stricter rules requiring digital token trading platforms to be U.S.-based legal entities to enhance anti-money laundering efforts.
While the SEC's proposed rules could provide immediate clarity for token issuers, officials note that a formal rulemaking process, including public comment periods, could take 12 to 18 months to finalize. The agency is also coordinating with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) on a crypto taxonomy to better define regulatory jurisdictions.
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Coinbase · Commodity Futures Trading Commission · John Thune · Latham & Watkins · Paul Atkins · Securities and Exchange Commission · Securitize · U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission · U.S. Senate
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- [● 2 SOURCES] If the SEC votes to propose the rules, the formal rulemaking process, including public comment periods, could take 12 to 18 months. en.coin-turk.com
- [● 14 SOURCES] The SEC scheduled an open meeting for August 14 to consider proposing Regulation Crypto. koinbulteni.com · en.bitcoinsistemi.com · en.coin-turk.com · coingape.com · decrypt.co · +9 more
- [● 14 SOURCES] The SEC is considering an investment contract safe harbor to clarify when token offerings constitute securities offerings. coingape.com · koinbulteni.com · www.europesays.com · dinarchronicles.com · en.bitcoinsistemi.com · +8 more
- [● 2 SOURCES] The SEC is considering stricter rules requiring digital token trading platforms to be U.S.-based legal entities to prevent money laundering. koinbulteni.com · www.europesays.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The proposal may include a larger fundraising exemption for projects exceeding $5 million that requires more detailed financial disclosures. koinbulteni.com
- [● 7 SOURCES] The Senate has delayed a procedural vote on the CLARITY Act until mid-September. en.bitcoinsistemi.com · coingape.com · decrypt.co · coinedition.com · criptoinforme.com · +1 more
- [● 3 SOURCES] The proposed Regulation Crypto could include a startup exemption allowing projects to raise up to $5 million without full securities registration for up to four years. decrypt.co · www.opensourceforu.com
- [● 6 SOURCES] The agency may consider a 'innovation exemption' allowing tokenized stocks to trade 24 hours a day on the blockchain. koinbulteni.com · www.europesays.com · coinpedia.org · bitcoinethereumnews.com · cryptonomist.ch · +1 more