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SEC Clarifies the Application of Federal Securities Laws to Crypto Assets

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SEC Clarifies the Application of Federal Securities Laws to Crypto Assets Washington D.C., March 17, 2026 — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) today issued an interpretation clarifying how the federal securities laws apply to certain crypto assets and transactions involving crypto assets. This is a major step in the Commission’s efforts to provide greater clarity regarding the Commission...
**Steelman:** The SEC and CFTC have issued a joint interpretation providing clarity on how federal securities laws apply to various types of crypto assets, including digital commodities, digital collectibles, digital tools, stablecoins, and digital securities. They address the status of non-security crypto assets, offer guidance on when an investment contract may arise or end, and clarify the application of federal securities laws to specific transactions such as airdrops, protocol mining, proto...