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Crypto for Advisors: Will 2026 Be the Year of Crypto Regulation?

U.S. policymakers have reached bipartisan agreement on core crypto market‑structure reforms, shifting focus from intent to implementation in 2026. The proposed framework treats non‑security tokens as commodities for secondary trading while retaining SEC oversight of fundraising activities. Regulators aim to create clear, technology‑neutral rules that attract offshore liquidity back to U.S. venues and provide safe harbors for market makers. Advisors and investors await clearer token classifications to reduce compliance risk and enable broader portfolio exposure.