U.S. SEC proposes first major crypto rule in surprise announcement
CoinDesk· Jesse Hamilton· Aug 18, 2026 · 7:09 PM

The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the "Regulation Crypto" proposal after having cancelled a meeting days before meant to vote on it.
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