Original sourceBenzingaAdditional: coindesk.com
Summary
Under Chair Paul Atkins, the SEC signaled in its 2026 regulatory agenda plans to amend Securities Exchange Act rules, allowing cryptocurrencies to be traded alongside traditional securities on alternative trading systems (ATS) and national securities exchanges. Draft rules may create exemptions and…
Key points
- Signals potential direct crypto trading on US exchanges, influencing market structure and investor asset allocation.
- If passed, this would be the first time cryptocurrencies trade on equal footing with stocks on regulated exchanges, significantly boosting market legitimacy and institutional participation.
- Investors could trade cryptocurrencies through traditional brokerage accounts; exchanges and broker-dealers would need to adapt systems to comply, likely improving liquidity and transparency.
- In contrast to the SEC's hardline stance against crypto exchanges before 2025, this move indicates a policy shift toward embracing compliant crypto trading.
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