SEC, CFTC Chiefs Signal ‘New Day’ for U.S. Onshore Crypto, Tokenization and Future‑Proof Rules

SEC and CFTC chiefs signaled coordinated regulatory reset at Bitcoin 2026 Conference, emphasizing onshore crypto development and clearer token classification. Incoming SEC Chair Paul Atkins previewed an "innovation exemption" and tokenization sandbox, while CFTC Chair Mike Selig stressed agency harmonization. Joint token taxonomy guidance distinguishes digital commodities, collectibles, and tokenized securities. Clear statutory framework could anchor crypto policy across administrations and boost institutional adoption globally.
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