• The US Securities and Exchange Commission proposed three cryptocurrency-related rule changes as part of its 2026 regulatory agenda.
• The proposals cover crypto broker-dealers, digital assets on trading platforms and potential exemptions or safe harbours for digital assets.
• The SEC said the changes are intended to provide greater regulatory certainty while Congress considers broader cryptocurrency market legislation.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission announced three proposed cryptocurrency rule changes in its 2026 agenda aimed at clarifying regulations for digital assets, trading platforms and crypto broker-dealers.

The proposals come as the US Congress debates cryptocurrency market structure legislation that could transfer much of…