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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) signed a memorandum of understanding on March 11, 2026, to enhance coordination on crypto and derivatives oversight. The agreement aims to reduce regulatory overlaps that have driven activity overseas. SEC Chair Paul Atkins acknowledged that past turf wars contributed to the challenges faced by U.S. crypto firms.

5. März 2026 Von KI berichtet

The US Securities and Exchange Commission has submitted a regulatory proposal to the White House aimed at establishing a 'token taxonomy' for cryptocurrencies. This framework could alter how federal securities laws are enforced in the crypto sector. The submission occurred on a Tuesday to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) have relaunched Project Crypto on January 29 as a coordinated initiative to prepare for upcoming federal digital asset legislation. The move aims to reduce jurisdictional fragmentation between the agencies. Chairs Paul S. Atkins and Michael S. Selig emphasized harmonized oversight during remarks at CFTC headquarters.

4. Februar 2026 Von KI berichtet

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce joined ICI President Eric Pan for a virtual fireside chat ahead of the 2026 Innovate Conference in Houston. The discussion covered AI's role in asset management, tokenization of assets, and regulatory approaches to money market funds. Peirce emphasized experimentation and upcoming guidance on these emerging technologies.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has withdrawn support for the US Senate's Clarity Act, a major crypto regulation bill, citing excessive power granted to the Securities and Exchange Commission and other restrictive measures. His opposition, voiced just before a key committee vote, has introduced uncertainty to the long-debated legislation. The bill aims to clarify the regulatory status of cryptocurrencies but has drawn mixed reactions from the industry.

13. Januar 2026 Von KI berichtet

Senator Elizabeth Warren has urged the Securities and Exchange Commission to provide information on the inclusion of cryptocurrency in pension funds and retirement accounts. In a letter to SEC Chair Paul Atkins, she expressed concerns about the risks posed by a recent executive order from President Donald Trump. Warren highlighted potential threats to investors' retirement security due to crypto's volatility.