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U.S. SEC adds three crypto items to 2026 regulatory agenda
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has included three rulemakings covering crypto issuance and sales, broker-dealer regulation and crypto market structure in its official 2026 regulatory agenda. Detailed rule texts have not been released, and July is presented as a target timing for proposals rather than a fixed schedule. The plans were confirmed via rule lists posted on Reginfo.gov and are currently classified as being at the proposed-rule stage.
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U.S. SEC to unveil crypto safe harbor this month amid legislative uncertainty
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission plans to release this month a new draft rule that sets standards for issuing and selling crypto assets and includes exemptions for some on-chain financial activity. The SEC says the move aims to reduce legal uncertainty for crypto businesses by establishing exceptions and a safe harbor. The draft would go through a public comment process. The plan comes as U.S. Congress debates broad crypto legislation, with the schedule uncertain ahead of November midterm elections.
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White House says U.S. CLARITY Act in final-stage talks on DeFi, stablecoin rules
The CLARITY Act, a key bill to overhaul the U.S. digital asset regulatory framework, has reached a pivotal stage in Senate deliberations, a White House official said. Patrick Witt said final-stage talks are narrowing unresolved issues after Senate Banking Committee review. Negotiators are focusing on DeFi-related safe harbor language and rules on providing returns for stablecoins. Lawmakers are reported to be nearing a compromise that limits rewards for simple holding while allowing activity-based compensation.
